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Cost of Living in Nueva Loja

Nueva Loja, Sucumbíos, Ecuador · Population 55,627

▼ -6% vs Ecuador average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$428
Couple, monthly$762
Family of four, monthly$988

Estimated Prices in Nueva Loja

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.50per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$18.00per meal
Cappuccino$1.35each
Monthly groceries (single person)$102per month
Monthly public transport pass$16.50per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$43.50per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$12.60per month
Fitness club membership$12.60per month
Cinema ticket$3.30each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$184per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$128per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$384per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Nueva Loja is $550 per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $428 with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $556 per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($128) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Nueva Loja

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Nearby Cities

Puerto Francisco de Orellana

62 km away · Orellana

San Gabriel

119 km away · Carchi

Pimampiro

122 km away · Imbabura

Tulcán

122 km away · Carchi

Cayambe

141 km away · Pichincha

Ibarra

141 km away · Imbabura

San Antonio de Ibarra

145 km away · Imbabura

Atuntaqui

150 km away · Imbabura

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 Nueva Loja

Nueva Loja is one of the key cities in Ecuador. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $428, placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $128 per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $988 per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $762 monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Nueva Loja is $550. To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $556 per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nueva Loja expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $428 per month in Nueva Loja including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Ecuador.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Nueva Loja?
A net salary of around $556 per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Nueva Loja with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Nueva Loja is $550.
How much is rent in Nueva Loja?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $184 per month in the city centre and $128 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $384.
Is Nueva Loja cheaper than Ecuador on average?
Yes — Nueva Loja is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Ecuador average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Nueva Loja?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $102 in Nueva Loja. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $5 and a cappuccino runs around $1.
How do transport costs in Nueva Loja compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Nueva Loja is estimated at $17. Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Nueva Loja are estimates based on Ecuador national averages adjusted for city size (population 55,627). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.