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Cost of Living in Lomas de Sargentillo

Lomas de Sargentillo, Guayas, Ecuador · Population 16,603

▼ -16% vs Ecuador average

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

Estimated Prices in Lomas de Sargentillo

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 Lomas de Sargentillo 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.

Compare Lomas de Sargentillo

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Nearby Cities

Piedrahita

9 km away · Guayas

Daule

11 km away · Guayas

Pedro Carbo

18 km away · Guayas

Palestina

31 km away · Guayas

Guayaquil

40 km away · Guayas

Samborondón

41 km away · Guayas

Eloy Alfaro

43 km away · Guayas

Yaguachi Nuevo

51 km away · Guayas

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 Lomas de Sargentillo

Lomas de Sargentillo 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 Lomas de Sargentillo 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 Lomas de Sargentillo expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $382 per month in Lomas de Sargentillo 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 Lomas de Sargentillo?
A net salary of around $497 per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Lomas de Sargentillo with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Lomas de Sargentillo is $495.
How much is rent in Lomas de Sargentillo?
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 Lomas de Sargentillo cheaper than Ecuador on average?
Yes — Lomas de Sargentillo 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 Lomas de Sargentillo?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $92 in Lomas de Sargentillo. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $4 and a cappuccino runs around $1.
How do transport costs in Lomas de Sargentillo compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Lomas de Sargentillo is estimated at $15. Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Lomas de Sargentillo are estimates based on Ecuador national averages adjusted for city size (population 16,603). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.