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Cost of Living in Cabañas

Cabañas, Zacapa, Guatemala · Population 14,817

▼ -16% vs Guatemala average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Q3,156 ($407)
Couple, monthlyQ5,612 ($724)
Family of four, monthlyQ7,267 ($938)

Estimated Prices in Cabañas

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantQ33.48 ($4.32)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeQ134 ($17.28)per meal
CappuccinoQ10.04 ($1.30)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Q759 ($97.92)per month
Monthly public transport passQ123 ($15.84)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentQ324 ($41.76)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Q93.74 ($12.10)per month
Fitness club membershipQ93.74 ($12.10)per month
Cinema ticketQ24.55 ($3.17)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreQ1,328 ($171)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreQ924 ($119)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreQ2,772 ($358)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Cabañas is Q3,139 ($405) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Q3,156 ($407) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Q4,103 ($529) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Q924 ($119)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Cabañas

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Nearby Cities

Usumatlán

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Huité

9 km away · Zacapa

El Jícaro

10 km away · El Progreso

Teculután

11 km away · Zacapa

San Agustín Acasaguastlán

18 km away · El Progreso

San Jorge

23 km away · Zacapa

Estanzuela

26 km away · Zacapa

Río Hondo

26 km away · Zacapa

Other Major Cities in Guatemala

Guatemala City

Guatemala · pop. 994,938

Q4,687 ($605) / mo

Mixco

Guatemala · pop. 527,828

Q3,762 ($485) / mo

Villa Nueva

Guatemala · pop. 492,480

Q3,762 ($485) / mo

San Juan Sacatepéquez

Guatemala · pop. 284,798

Q3,762 ($485) / mo

San Pedro Carchá

Alta Verapaz · pop. 255,006

Q3,762 ($485) / mo

Cobán

Alta Verapaz · pop. 228,664

Q3,534 ($456) / mo

Quetzaltenango

Quetzaltenango · pop. 207,620

Q3,534 ($456) / mo

Jalapa

Jalapa · pop. 192,676

Q3,534 ($456) / mo

Living in Cabañas

Cabañas is one of the key cities in Guatemala. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Q3,156 ($407), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Q924 ($119) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Q7,267 ($938) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Q5,612 ($724) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Cabañas is Q3,139 ($405). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Q4,103 ($529) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cabañas expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Q3,156 ($407) per month in Cabañas including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Guatemala.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Cabañas?
A net salary of around Q4,103 ($529) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Cabañas with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Cabañas is Q3,139 ($405).
How much is rent in Cabañas?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Q1,328 ($171) per month in the city centre and Q924 ($119) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Q2,772 ($358).
Is Cabañas cheaper than Guatemala on average?
Yes — Cabañas is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Guatemala average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Cabañas?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Q759 ($98) in Cabañas. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Q33 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around Q10 ($1).
How do transport costs in Cabañas compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Cabañas is estimated at Q123 ($16). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Cabañas are estimates based on Guatemala national averages adjusted for city size (population 14,817). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.