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Cost of Living in San Borja

San Borja, El Beni, Bolivia · Population 24,610

▼ -16% vs Bolivia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Bs2,247 ($325)
Couple, monthlyBs3,983 ($576)
Family of four, monthlyBs5,146 ($745)

Estimated Prices in San Borja

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantBs24.25 ($3.51)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeBs97.02 ($14.04)per meal
CappuccinoBs7.28 ($1.05)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Bs550 ($79.56)per month
Monthly public transport passBs88.93 ($12.87)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentBs234 ($33.93)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Bs67.91 ($9.83)per month
Fitness club membershipBs67.91 ($9.83)per month
Cinema ticketBs17.79 ($2.57)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreBs906 ($131)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreBs630 ($91.17)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreBs1,890 ($274)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in San Borja is Bs2,488 ($360) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Bs2,247 ($325) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Bs2,921 ($423) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Bs630 ($91)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

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Other Major Cities in Bolivia

Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Santa Cruz · pop. 3,151,676

Bs3,333 ($482) / mo

La Paz

La Paz · pop. 2,063,633

Bs2,895 ($419) / mo

El Alto

La Paz · pop. 885,035

Bs2,677 ($387) / mo

Cochabamba

Cochabamba · pop. 661,484

Bs2,677 ($387) / mo

Sucre

Chuquisaca · pop. 360,544

Bs2,677 ($387) / mo

Oruro

Oruro · pop. 351,802

Bs2,677 ($387) / mo

Oruro

Oruro · pop. 297,497

Bs2,677 ($387) / mo

Tarija

Tarija · pop. 268,000

Bs2,677 ($387) / mo

Living in San Borja

San Borja is one of the key cities in Bolivia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Bs2,247 ($325), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Bs630 ($91) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Bs5,146 ($745) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Bs3,983 ($576) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in San Borja is Bs2,488 ($360). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Bs2,921 ($423) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is San Borja expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Bs2,247 ($325) per month in San Borja including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Bolivia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in San Borja?
A net salary of around Bs2,921 ($423) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in San Borja with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in San Borja is Bs2,488 ($360).
How much is rent in San Borja?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Bs906 ($131) per month in the city centre and Bs630 ($91) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Bs1,890 ($274).
Is San Borja cheaper than Bolivia on average?
Yes — San Borja is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Bolivia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in San Borja?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Bs550 ($80) in San Borja. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Bs24 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around Bs7 ($1).
How do transport costs in San Borja compare?
A monthly public transport pass in San Borja is estimated at Bs89 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for San Borja are estimates based on Bolivia national averages adjusted for city size (population 24,610). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.