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Cost of Living in La Maná

La Maná, Cotopaxi, Ecuador · Population 31,740

▼ -16% vs Ecuador average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$382
Couple, monthly$680
Family of four, monthly$880

Estimated Prices in La Maná

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.05per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$16.20per meal
Cappuccino$1.22each
Monthly groceries (single person)$91.80per month
Monthly public transport pass$14.85per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$39.15per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$11.34per month
Fitness club membership$11.34per month
Cinema ticket$2.97each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$161per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$112per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$337per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in La Maná is $495 per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $382 with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $497 per month.

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

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Nearby Cities

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Quevedo

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San Jacinto de Buena Fe

29 km away · Los Ríos

Zumbagua

38 km away · Cotopaxi

Velasco Ibarra

46 km away · Guayas

Pujilí

61 km away · Cotopaxi

Ventanas

62 km away · Los Ríos

Latacunga

69 km away · Cotopaxi

Other Major Cities in Ecuador

Guayaquil

Guayas · pop. 3,094,420

$568 / mo

Quito

Pichincha · pop. 1,763,275

$493 / mo

Cuenca

Azuay · pop. 361,524

$456 / mo

Santo Domingo de los Colorados

Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas · pop. 334,826

$456 / mo

Eloy Alfaro

Guayas · pop. 295,211

$456 / mo

Machala

El Oro · pop. 288,072

$456 / mo

Manta

Manabí · pop. 258,697

$456 / mo

Portoviejo

Manabí · pop. 244,129

$428 / mo

Living in La Maná

La Maná is one of the key cities in Ecuador. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $382, placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $112 per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $880 per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $680 monthly.

The average estimated net salary in La Maná is $495. To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $497 per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is La Maná expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $382 per month in La Maná including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Ecuador.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in La Maná?
A net salary of around $497 per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in La Maná with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in La Maná is $495.
How much is rent in La Maná?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $161 per month in the city centre and $112 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $337.
Is La Maná cheaper than Ecuador on average?
Yes — La Maná is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Ecuador average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in La Maná?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $92 in La Maná. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $4 and a cappuccino runs around $1.
How do transport costs in La Maná compare?
A monthly public transport pass in La Maná is estimated at $15. Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for La Maná are estimates based on Ecuador national averages adjusted for city size (population 31,740). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.