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Cost of Living in La Chorrera

La Chorrera, Panamá Oeste, Panama · Population 68,896

▼ -6% vs Panama average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$592
Couple, monthly$1,061
Family of four, monthly$1,382

Estimated Prices in La Chorrera

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$6.00per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$24.00per meal
Cappuccino$1.80each
Monthly groceries (single person)$136per month
Monthly public transport pass$22.00per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$58.00per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$16.80per month
Fitness club membership$16.80per month
Cinema ticket$4.40each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$276per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$192per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$576per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in La Chorrera is $900 per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $592 with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $770 per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($192) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.

Compare La Chorrera

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Nearby Cities

El Coco

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Puerto Caimito

7 km away · Panamá Oeste

Nuevo Arraiján

8 km away · Panamá Oeste

Arraiján

17 km away · Panamá Oeste

Balboa Heights

27 km away · Panamá

Ancón

27 km away · Panamá

Panama City

29 km away · Panamá

Chilibre

35 km away · Panamá

Other Major Cities in Panama

Panama City

Panamá · pop. 2,100,189

$787 / mo

San Miguelito

Panamá · pop. 315,019

$631 / mo

Colón

Colón · pop. 241,817

$592 / mo

David

Chiriquí · pop. 82,907

$592 / mo

Balboa Heights

Panamá · pop. 62,882

$592 / mo

Pacora

Panamá · pop. 52,494

$592 / mo

Living in La Chorrera

La Chorrera is one of the key cities in Panama. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $592, placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $192 per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $1,382 per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $1,061 monthly.

The average estimated net salary in La Chorrera is $900. To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $770 per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is La Chorrera expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $592 per month in La Chorrera including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Panama.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in La Chorrera?
A net salary of around $770 per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in La Chorrera with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in La Chorrera is $900.
How much is rent in La Chorrera?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $276 per month in the city centre and $192 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $576.
Is La Chorrera cheaper than Panama on average?
Yes — La Chorrera is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Panama average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in La Chorrera?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $136 in La Chorrera. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $6 and a cappuccino runs around $2.
How do transport costs in La Chorrera compare?
A monthly public transport pass in La Chorrera is estimated at $22. Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for La Chorrera are estimates based on Panama national averages adjusted for city size (population 68,896). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.