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Cost of Living in Olopa

Olopa, Chiquimula, Guatemala

▼ -13% vs Guatemala average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Q3,269 ($422)
Couple, monthlyQ5,815 ($750)
Family of four, monthlyQ7,533 ($972)

Estimated Prices in Olopa

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantQ34.60 ($4.46)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeQ138 ($17.86)per meal
CappuccinoQ10.38 ($1.34)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Q784 ($101)per month
Monthly public transport passQ127 ($16.37)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentQ334 ($43.15)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Q96.87 ($12.50)per month
Fitness club membershipQ96.87 ($12.50)per month
Cinema ticketQ25.37 ($3.27)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreQ1,384 ($179)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreQ963 ($124)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreQ2,888 ($373)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Olopa is Q3,243 ($419) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Q3,269 ($422) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Q4,250 ($548) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Q963 ($124)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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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 Olopa

Olopa is one of the key cities in Guatemala. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Q3,269 ($422), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Q963 ($124) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Q7,533 ($972) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Q5,815 ($750) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Olopa is Q3,243 ($419). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Q4,250 ($548) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olopa expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Q3,269 ($422) per month in Olopa including rent outside the city centre. That is 13% less than the national average for Guatemala.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Olopa?
A net salary of around Q4,250 ($548) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Olopa with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Olopa is Q3,243 ($419).
How much is rent in Olopa?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Q1,384 ($179) per month in the city centre and Q963 ($124) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Q2,888 ($373).
Is Olopa cheaper than Guatemala on average?
Yes — Olopa is estimated to be about 13% cheaper than the Guatemala average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Olopa?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Q784 ($101) in Olopa. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Q35 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around Q10 ($1).
How do transport costs in Olopa compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Olopa is estimated at Q127 ($16). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Olopa are estimates based on Guatemala national averages adjusted for city size. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.