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| Expense | Chimaltenango | San Juan Sacatepéquez | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.80 | $5.09 | Chimaltenango |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $19.20 | $20.35 | Chimaltenango |
| Cappuccino | $1.44 | $1.53 | Chimaltenango |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $109 | $115 | Chimaltenango |
| Monthly public transport pass | $17.60 | $18.66 | Chimaltenango |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $46.40 | $49.18 | Chimaltenango |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $13.44 | $14.25 | Chimaltenango |
| Fitness club membership | $13.44 | $14.25 | Chimaltenango |
| Cinema ticket | $3.52 | $3.73 | Chimaltenango |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $196 | $210 | Chimaltenango |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $136 | $146 | Chimaltenango |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $408 | $439 | Chimaltenango |
| Total single-person budget | $456 | $485 | Chimaltenango |
| Average net salary | $450 | $477 |
Chimaltenango is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Chimaltenango runs about $456 versus $485 in San Juan Sacatepéquez — a difference of roughly 6%.
Salary-adjusted, Chimaltenango 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 Chimaltenango · Full cost of living in San Juan Sacatepéquez