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Cost of Living in Cabimas

Cabimas, Zulia, Venezuela · Population 351,735

▲ +0% vs Venezuela average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Bs14,456 ($396)
Couple, monthlyBs25,776 ($706)
Family of four, monthlyBs33,450 ($916)

Estimated Prices in Cabimas

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantBs151 ($4.13)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeBs604 ($16.54)per meal
CappuccinoBs45.27 ($1.24)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Bs3,420 ($93.70)per month
Monthly public transport passBs553 ($15.16)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentBs1,459 ($39.96)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Bs422 ($11.58)per month
Fitness club membershipBs422 ($11.58)per month
Cinema ticketBs111 ($3.03)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreBs6,320 ($173)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreBs4,397 ($120)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreBs13,191 ($361)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Cabimas is Bs4,643 ($127) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Bs14,456 ($396) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Bs18,793 ($515) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Bs4,397 ($120)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Santa Rita

17 km away · Zulia

Ciudad Ojeda

27 km away · Zulia

Maracaibo

34 km away · Zulia

Sinamaica

89 km away · Zulia

La Villa del Rosario

97 km away · Zulia

La Ceiba

111 km away · Trujillo

Machiques

128 km away · Zulia

Motatán

145 km away · Trujillo

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 Cabimas

Cabimas is one of the key cities in Venezuela. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Bs14,456 ($396), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Bs4,397 ($120) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Bs33,450 ($916) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Bs25,776 ($706) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Cabimas is Bs4,643 ($127). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Bs18,793 ($515) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cabimas expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Bs14,456 ($396) per month in Cabimas including rent outside the city centre. That is 0% more than the national average for Venezuela.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Cabimas?
A net salary of around Bs18,793 ($515) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Cabimas with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Cabimas is Bs4,643 ($127).
How much is rent in Cabimas?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Bs6,320 ($173) per month in the city centre and Bs4,397 ($120) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Bs13,191 ($361).
Is Cabimas cheaper than Venezuela on average?
No — Cabimas is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Venezuela average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Cabimas?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Bs3,420 ($94) in Cabimas. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Bs151 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around Bs45 ($1).
How do transport costs in Cabimas compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Cabimas is estimated at Bs553 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Cabimas are estimates based on Venezuela national averages adjusted for city size (population 351,735). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.