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Cost of Living in Eloy Alfaro

Eloy Alfaro, Guayas, Ecuador · Population 295,211

▲ +0% vs Ecuador average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$456
Couple, monthly$812
Family of four, monthly$1,053

Estimated Prices in Eloy Alfaro

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.77per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$19.08per meal
Cappuccino$1.43each
Monthly groceries (single person)$108per month
Monthly public transport pass$17.49per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$46.11per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$13.36per month
Fitness club membership$13.36per month
Cinema ticket$3.50each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$198per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$138per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$413per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Eloy Alfaro is $583 per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $456 with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $592 per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($138) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Other Major Cities in Ecuador

Guayaquil

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$568 / mo

Quito

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$493 / mo

Cuenca

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$456 / mo

Santo Domingo de los Colorados

Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas · pop. 334,826

$456 / mo

Machala

El Oro · pop. 288,072

$456 / mo

Manta

Manabí · pop. 258,697

$456 / mo

Portoviejo

Manabí · pop. 244,129

$428 / mo

Loja

Loja · pop. 203,496

$428 / mo

Living in Eloy Alfaro

Eloy Alfaro is one of the key cities in Ecuador. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $456, placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $138 per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $1,053 per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $812 monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Eloy Alfaro is $583. To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $592 per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eloy Alfaro expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $456 per month in Eloy Alfaro including rent outside the city centre. That is 0% more than the national average for Ecuador.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Eloy Alfaro?
A net salary of around $592 per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Eloy Alfaro with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Eloy Alfaro is $583.
How much is rent in Eloy Alfaro?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $198 per month in the city centre and $138 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $413.
Is Eloy Alfaro cheaper than Ecuador on average?
No — Eloy Alfaro is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Ecuador average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Eloy Alfaro?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $108 in Eloy Alfaro. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $5 and a cappuccino runs around $1.
How do transport costs in Eloy Alfaro compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Eloy Alfaro is estimated at $17. Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Eloy Alfaro are estimates based on Ecuador national averages adjusted for city size (population 295,211). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.