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Cost of Living in Yalí

Yalí, Antioquia, Colombia · Population 8,577

▼ -16% vs Colombia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$1,395,154 ($332)
Couple, monthly$2,482,409 ($591)
Family of four, monthly$3,216,422 ($766)

Estimated Prices in Yalí

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$14,742 ($3.51)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$58,968 ($14.04)per meal
Cappuccino$4,423 ($1.05)each
Monthly groceries (single person)$334,152 ($79.56)per month
Monthly public transport pass$54,054 ($12.87)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$142,506 ($33.93)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$41,278 ($9.83)per month
Fitness club membership$41,278 ($9.83)per month
Cinema ticket$10,811 ($2.57)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$592,759 ($141)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$412,354 ($98.18)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,237,063 ($295)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Yalí is $1,890,000 ($450) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $1,395,154 ($332) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $1,813,700 ($432) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($412,354 ($98)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Yolombó

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San Roque

29 km away · Antioquia

Cisneros

31 km away · Antioquia

Amalfi

37 km away · Antioquia

Remedios

42 km away · Antioquia

Santo Domingo

43 km away · Antioquia

San Rafael

47 km away · Antioquia

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 Yalí

Yalí is one of the key cities in Colombia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $1,395,154 ($332), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $412,354 ($98) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $3,216,422 ($766) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $2,482,409 ($591) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Yalí is $1,890,000 ($450). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $1,813,700 ($432) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yalí expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $1,395,154 ($332) per month in Yalí including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Colombia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Yalí?
A net salary of around $1,813,700 ($432) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Yalí with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Yalí is $1,890,000 ($450).
How much is rent in Yalí?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $592,759 ($141) per month in the city centre and $412,354 ($98) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $1,237,063 ($295).
Is Yalí cheaper than Colombia on average?
Yes — Yalí is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Colombia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Yalí?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $334,152 ($80) in Yalí. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $14,742 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around $4,423 ($1).
How do transport costs in Yalí compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Yalí is estimated at $54,054 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Yalí are estimates based on Colombia national averages adjusted for city size (population 8,577). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.