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| Expense | Chalchuapa | San Salvador | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.80 | $6.24 | Chalchuapa |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $19.20 | $24.96 | Chalchuapa |
| Cappuccino | $1.44 | $1.87 | Chalchuapa |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $109 | $141 | Chalchuapa |
| Monthly public transport pass | $17.60 | $22.88 | Chalchuapa |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $46.40 | $60.32 | Chalchuapa |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $13.44 | $17.47 | Chalchuapa |
| Fitness club membership | $13.44 | $17.47 | Chalchuapa |
| Cinema ticket | $3.52 | $4.58 | Chalchuapa |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $196 | $271 | Chalchuapa |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $136 | $189 | Chalchuapa |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $408 | $566 | Chalchuapa |
| Total single-person budget | $456 | $605 | Chalchuapa |
| Average net salary | $450 | $585 |
Chalchuapa is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Chalchuapa runs about $456 versus $605 in San Salvador — a difference of roughly 33%.
Salary-adjusted, Chalchuapa leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Chalchuapa · Full cost of living in San Salvador