Panama vs Panama · 59 km apart
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Panama
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Panama City | Colón | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $7.80 | $6.00 | Colón |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $31.20 | $24.00 | Colón |
| Cappuccino | $2.34 | $1.80 | Colón |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $177 | $136 | Colón |
| Monthly public transport pass | $28.60 | $22.00 | Colón |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $75.40 | $58.00 | Colón |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $21.84 | $16.80 | Colón |
| Fitness club membership | $21.84 | $16.80 | Colón |
| Cinema ticket | $5.72 | $4.40 | Colón |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $383 | $276 | Colón |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $267 | $192 | Colón |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $800 | $576 | Colón |
| Total single-person budget | $787 | $592 | Colón |
| Average net salary | $1,170 | $900 |
Colón is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Panama City runs about $787 versus $592 in Colón — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, Panama City 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 Panama City · Full cost of living in Colón