Caracas, Distrito Capital, Venezuela · Population 2,245,744 · National capital
▲ +25% vs Venezuela average
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | Bs185 ($5.07) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | Bs740 ($20.28) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | Bs55.52 ($1.52) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | Bs4,195 ($115) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | Bs679 ($18.59) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | Bs1,789 ($49.01) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | Bs518 ($14.20) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | Bs518 ($14.20) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | Bs136 ($3.72) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | Bs8,157 ($223) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | Bs5,675 ($155) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | Bs17,024 ($466) | per month |
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.
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Bs14,456 ($396) / moCaracas 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.