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Cost of Living in Puerto Quito

Puerto Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador · Population 20,445

▼ -16% vs Ecuador average

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

Estimated Prices in Puerto Quito

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 Puerto Quito 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

La Concordia

21 km away · Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas

Rosa Zarate

33 km away · Esmeraldas

Santo Domingo de los Colorados

43 km away · Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas

El Carmen

50 km away · Manabí

Pedernales

89 km away · Manabí

Quito

91 km away · Pichincha

Pomasqui

91 km away · Pichincha

Muisne

100 km away · Esmeraldas

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 Puerto Quito

Puerto Quito 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 Puerto Quito 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 Puerto Quito expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $382 per month in Puerto Quito 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 Puerto Quito?
A net salary of around $497 per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Puerto Quito with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Puerto Quito is $495.
How much is rent in Puerto Quito?
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 Puerto Quito cheaper than Ecuador on average?
Yes — Puerto Quito 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 Puerto Quito?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $92 in Puerto Quito. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $4 and a cappuccino runs around $1.
How do transport costs in Puerto Quito compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Puerto Quito is estimated at $15. Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Puerto Quito are estimates based on Ecuador national averages adjusted for city size (population 20,445). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.