Guatemala City, Guatemala, Guatemala · Population 994,938 · National capital
▲ +25% vs Guatemala average
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | Q48.36 ($6.24) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | Q193 ($24.96) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | Q14.51 ($1.87) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | Q1,096 ($141) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | Q177 ($22.88) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | Q467 ($60.32) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | Q135 ($17.47) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | Q135 ($17.47) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | Q35.46 ($4.58) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | Q2,103 ($271) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | Q1,463 ($189) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | Q4,389 ($566) | per month |
The estimated average net salary in Guatemala City is Q4,534 ($585) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Q4,687 ($605) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Q6,093 ($786) per month.
Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Q1,463 ($189)) represents about 31% of the total single-person budget.
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Q3,534 ($456) / moGuatemala City is the capital and one of the key cities in Guatemala. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Q4,687 ($605), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Q1,463 ($189) per month.
For families, the estimated budget rises to Q10,882 ($1,404) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Q8,374 ($1,080) monthly.
The average estimated net salary in Guatemala City is Q4,534 ($585). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Q6,093 ($786) per month.