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Cost of Living in Sucre

Sucre, Chuquisaca, Bolivia · Population 360,544

▲ +0% vs Bolivia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Bs2,677 ($387)
Couple, monthlyBs4,756 ($688)
Family of four, monthlyBs6,154 ($891)

Estimated Prices in Sucre

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantBs28.57 ($4.13)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeBs114 ($16.54)per meal
CappuccinoBs8.57 ($1.24)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Bs647 ($93.70)per month
Monthly public transport passBs105 ($15.16)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentBs276 ($39.96)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Bs79.98 ($11.58)per month
Fitness club membershipBs79.98 ($11.58)per month
Cinema ticketBs20.95 ($3.03)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreBs1,111 ($161)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreBs773 ($112)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreBs2,319 ($336)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Sucre is Bs2,930 ($424) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Bs2,677 ($387) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Bs3,481 ($504) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Bs773 ($112)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

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35 km away · Potosí

Tarabuco

39 km away · Chuquisaca

Ravelo

42 km away · Potosí

Presto

49 km away · Chuquisaca

Zudáñez

59 km away · Chuquisaca

Betanzos

60 km away · Potosí

Icla

68 km away · Chuquisaca

Chaquí

68 km away · Potosí

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

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

Warnes

Santa Cruz · pop. 214,216

Bs2,515 ($364) / mo

Living in Sucre

Sucre is one of the key cities in Bolivia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Bs2,677 ($387), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Bs773 ($112) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Bs6,154 ($891) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Bs4,756 ($688) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Sucre is Bs2,930 ($424). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Bs3,481 ($504) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sucre expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Bs2,677 ($387) per month in Sucre including rent outside the city centre. That is 0% more than the national average for Bolivia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Sucre?
A net salary of around Bs3,481 ($504) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Sucre with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Sucre is Bs2,930 ($424).
How much is rent in Sucre?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Bs1,111 ($161) per month in the city centre and Bs773 ($112) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Bs2,319 ($336).
Is Sucre cheaper than Bolivia on average?
No — Sucre is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Bolivia average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Sucre?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Bs647 ($94) in Sucre. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Bs29 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around Bs9 ($1).
How do transport costs in Sucre compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Sucre is estimated at Bs105 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Sucre are estimates based on Bolivia national averages adjusted for city size (population 360,544). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.