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Cost of Living in Soledad

Soledad, Atlántico, Colombia

▼ -13% vs Colombia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$1,445,167 ($344)
Couple, monthly$2,572,478 ($612)
Family of four, monthly$3,334,158 ($794)

Estimated Prices in Soledad

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$15,233 ($3.63)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$60,934 ($14.51)per meal
Cappuccino$4,570 ($1.09)each
Monthly groceries (single person)$345,290 ($82.21)per month
Monthly public transport pass$55,856 ($13.30)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$147,256 ($35.06)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$42,654 ($10.16)per month
Fitness club membership$42,654 ($10.16)per month
Cinema ticket$11,171 ($2.66)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$617,560 ($147)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$429,607 ($102)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,288,820 ($307)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Soledad is $1,953,000 ($465) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $1,445,167 ($344) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $1,878,717 ($447) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($429,607 ($102)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Malambo

6 km away · Atlántico

Barranquilla

8 km away · Atlántico

Galapa

11 km away · Atlántico

Sabanagrande

14 km away · Atlántico

Polonuevo

16 km away · Atlántico

Sitionuevo

17 km away · Magdalena

Santo Tomás

17 km away · Atlántico

Palmar de Varela

19 km away · Atlántico

Other Major Cities in Colombia

Bogotá

Bogotá · pop. 10,085,000

$2,072,575 ($493) / mo

Cali

Valle del Cauca · pop. 2,916,790

$1,798,993 ($428) / mo

Medellín

Antioquia · pop. 2,529,403

$1,798,993 ($428) / mo

Barranquilla

Atlántico · pop. 1,326,588

$1,798,993 ($428) / mo

Cartagena

Bolívar · pop. 914,552

$1,663,461 ($396) / mo

Bucaramanga

Santander · pop. 893,040

$1,663,461 ($396) / mo

Cúcuta

Norte de Santander · pop. 806,378

$1,663,461 ($396) / mo

Villavicencio

Meta · pop. 664,148

$1,663,461 ($396) / mo

Living in Soledad

Soledad is one of the key cities in Colombia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $1,445,167 ($344), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $429,607 ($102) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $3,334,158 ($794) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $2,572,478 ($612) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Soledad is $1,953,000 ($465). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $1,878,717 ($447) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Soledad expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $1,445,167 ($344) per month in Soledad including rent outside the city centre. That is 13% less than the national average for Colombia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Soledad?
A net salary of around $1,878,717 ($447) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Soledad with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Soledad is $1,953,000 ($465).
How much is rent in Soledad?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $617,560 ($147) per month in the city centre and $429,607 ($102) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $1,288,820 ($307).
Is Soledad cheaper than Colombia on average?
Yes — Soledad is estimated to be about 13% cheaper than the Colombia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Soledad?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $345,290 ($82) in Soledad. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $15,233 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around $4,570 ($1).
How do transport costs in Soledad compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Soledad is estimated at $55,856 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Soledad are estimates based on Colombia national averages adjusted for city size. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.