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Cost of Living in Baruta

Baruta, Miranda, Venezuela · Population 240,755

▼ -6% vs Venezuela average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Bs13,578 ($372)
Couple, monthlyBs24,192 ($663)
Family of four, monthlyBs31,377 ($860)

Estimated Prices in Baruta

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantBs142 ($3.90)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeBs569 ($15.60)per meal
CappuccinoBs42.71 ($1.17)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Bs3,227 ($88.40)per month
Monthly public transport passBs522 ($14.30)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentBs1,376 ($37.70)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Bs399 ($10.92)per month
Fitness club membershipBs399 ($10.92)per month
Cinema ticketBs104 ($2.86)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreBs5,877 ($161)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreBs4,088 ($112)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreBs12,264 ($336)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Baruta is Bs4,380 ($120) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Bs13,578 ($372) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Bs17,651 ($484) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Bs4,088 ($112)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

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El Hatillo

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Macuto

15 km away · La Guaira

Caraballeda

15 km away · La Guaira

La Guaira

16 km away · La Guaira

San Antonio de Los Altos

16 km away · Miranda

Maiquetía

18 km away · La Guaira

Other Major Cities in Venezuela

Caracas

Distrito Capital · pop. 2,245,744

Bs18,012 ($493) / mo

Valencia

Carabobo · pop. 1,958,724

Bs15,634 ($428) / mo

Maracaibo

Zulia · pop. 1,551,539

Bs15,634 ($428) / mo

Maracay

Aragua · pop. 1,102,088

Bs15,634 ($428) / mo

Barquisimeto

Lara · pop. 1,059,092

Bs15,634 ($428) / mo

Maturín

Monagas · pop. 753,254

Bs14,456 ($396) / mo

Ciudad Guayana

Bolívar · pop. 751,331

Bs14,456 ($396) / mo

Catia La Mar

La Guaira · pop. 661,897

Bs14,456 ($396) / mo

Living in Baruta

Baruta is one of the key cities in Venezuela. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Bs13,578 ($372), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Bs4,088 ($112) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Bs31,377 ($860) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Bs24,192 ($663) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Baruta is Bs4,380 ($120). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Bs17,651 ($484) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baruta expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Bs13,578 ($372) per month in Baruta including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Venezuela.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Baruta?
A net salary of around Bs17,651 ($484) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Baruta with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Baruta is Bs4,380 ($120).
How much is rent in Baruta?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Bs5,877 ($161) per month in the city centre and Bs4,088 ($112) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Bs12,264 ($336).
Is Baruta cheaper than Venezuela on average?
Yes — Baruta is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Venezuela average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Baruta?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Bs3,227 ($88) in Baruta. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Bs142 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around Bs43 ($1).
How do transport costs in Baruta compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Baruta is estimated at Bs522 ($14). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Baruta are estimates based on Venezuela national averages adjusted for city size (population 240,755). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.