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Cost of Living in Caracas

Caracas, Distrito Capital, Venezuela · Population 2,245,744 · National capital

▲ +25% vs Venezuela average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Bs18,012 ($493)
Couple, monthlyBs32,202 ($882)
Family of four, monthlyBs41,871 ($1,147)

Estimated Prices in Caracas

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantBs185 ($5.07)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeBs740 ($20.28)per meal
CappuccinoBs55.52 ($1.52)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Bs4,195 ($115)per month
Monthly public transport passBs679 ($18.59)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentBs1,789 ($49.01)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Bs518 ($14.20)per month
Fitness club membershipBs518 ($14.20)per month
Cinema ticketBs136 ($3.72)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreBs8,157 ($223)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreBs5,675 ($155)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreBs17,024 ($466)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Caracas is Bs5,694 ($156) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Bs18,012 ($493) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Bs23,415 ($642) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Bs5,675 ($155)) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Caracas

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Nearby Cities

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La Guaira

11 km away · La Guaira

Petare

11 km away · Miranda

Macuto

11 km away · La Guaira

Maiquetía

12 km away · La Guaira

Caraballeda

14 km away · La Guaira

El Hatillo

15 km away · Miranda

San Antonio de Los Altos

16 km away · Miranda

Other Major Cities in Venezuela

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

Santa Teresa del Tuy

Miranda · pop. 525,321

Bs14,456 ($396) / mo

Living in Caracas

Caracas is the capital and one of the key cities in Venezuela. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Bs18,012 ($493), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Bs5,675 ($155) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Bs41,871 ($1,147) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Bs32,202 ($882) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Caracas is Bs5,694 ($156). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Bs23,415 ($642) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caracas expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Bs18,012 ($493) per month in Caracas including rent outside the city centre. That is 25% more than the national average for Venezuela.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Caracas?
A net salary of around Bs23,415 ($642) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Caracas with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Caracas is Bs5,694 ($156).
How much is rent in Caracas?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Bs8,157 ($223) per month in the city centre and Bs5,675 ($155) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Bs17,024 ($466).
Is Caracas cheaper than Venezuela on average?
No — Caracas is estimated to be about 25% more expensive than the Venezuela average, mainly due to housing demand as the national capital.
What is the cost of groceries in Caracas?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Bs4,195 ($115) in Caracas. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Bs185 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around Bs56 ($2).
How do transport costs in Caracas compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Caracas is estimated at Bs679 ($19). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Caracas are estimates based on Venezuela national averages adjusted for city size (population 2,245,744) and capital-city premium. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.