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Cost of Living in Canela Baja

Canela Baja, Coquimbo, Chile · Population 9,182

▼ -16% vs Chile average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$471,468 ($496)
Couple, monthly$842,046 ($886)
Family of four, monthly$1,094,053 ($1,152)

Estimated Prices in Canela Baja

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4,874 ($5.13)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$19,494 ($20.52)per meal
Cappuccino$1,462 ($1.54)each
Monthly groceries (single person)$110,466 ($116)per month
Monthly public transport pass$17,870 ($18.81)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$47,111 ($49.59)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$13,646 ($14.36)per month
Fitness club membership$13,646 ($14.36)per month
Cinema ticket$3,574 ($3.76)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$210,692 ($222)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$146,568 ($154)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$439,704 ($463)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Canela Baja is $769,500 ($810) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $471,468 ($496) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $612,909 ($645) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($146,568 ($154)) represents about 31% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Illapel

38 km away · Coquimbo

Combarbalá

47 km away · Coquimbo

Los Vilos

56 km away · Coquimbo

Punitaqui

58 km away · Coquimbo

Salamanca

62 km away · Coquimbo

Ovalle

92 km away · Coquimbo

Monte Patria

94 km away · Coquimbo

Petorca

107 km away · Valparaíso

Other Major Cities in Chile

Santiago

Región Metropolitana · pop. 7,171,000

$701,395 ($738) / mo

Valparaíso

Valparaíso · pop. 952,000

$562,493 ($592) / mo

Concepción

Biobío · pop. 719,944

$562,493 ($592) / mo

Puente Alto

Región Metropolitana · pop. 573,935

$562,493 ($592) / mo

Maipú

Región Metropolitana · pop. 521,627

$562,493 ($592) / mo

La Serena

Coquimbo · pop. 401,938

$562,493 ($592) / mo

La Florida

Región Metropolitana · pop. 366,916

$562,493 ($592) / mo

Antofagasta

Antofagasta · pop. 348,517

$562,493 ($592) / mo

Living in Canela Baja

Canela Baja is one of the key cities in Chile. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $471,468 ($496), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $146,568 ($154) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $1,094,053 ($1,152) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $842,046 ($886) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Canela Baja is $769,500 ($810). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $612,909 ($645) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Canela Baja expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $471,468 ($496) per month in Canela Baja including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Chile.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Canela Baja?
A net salary of around $612,909 ($645) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Canela Baja with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Canela Baja is $769,500 ($810).
How much is rent in Canela Baja?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $210,692 ($222) per month in the city centre and $146,568 ($154) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $439,704 ($463).
Is Canela Baja cheaper than Chile on average?
Yes — Canela Baja is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Chile average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Canela Baja?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $110,466 ($116) in Canela Baja. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $4,874 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around $1,462 ($2).
How do transport costs in Canela Baja compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Canela Baja is estimated at $17,870 ($19). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Canela Baja are estimates based on Chile national averages adjusted for city size (population 9,182). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.