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Cost of Living in Ciudad Bolívar

Ciudad Bolívar, Bolívar, Venezuela · Population 422,578

▲ +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 Ciudad Bolívar

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 Ciudad Bolívar 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

Ciudad Piar

77 km away · Bolívar

Ciudad Guayana

97 km away · Bolívar

El Tigre

117 km away · Anzoátegui

Upata

127 km away · Bolívar

El Manteco

139 km away · Bolívar

Aguasay

148 km away · Monagas

Cantaura

160 km away · Anzoátegui

Uracoa

165 km away · Monagas

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 Ciudad Bolívar

Ciudad Bolívar 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 Ciudad Bolívar 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 Ciudad Bolívar expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Bs14,456 ($396) per month in Ciudad Bolívar 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 Ciudad Bolívar?
A net salary of around Bs18,793 ($515) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Ciudad Bolívar with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Ciudad Bolívar is Bs4,643 ($127).
How much is rent in Ciudad Bolívar?
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 Ciudad Bolívar cheaper than Venezuela on average?
No — Ciudad Bolívar is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Venezuela average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Ciudad Bolívar?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Bs3,420 ($94) in Ciudad Bolívar. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Bs151 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around Bs45 ($1).
How do transport costs in Ciudad Bolívar compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Ciudad Bolívar is estimated at Bs553 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Ciudad Bolívar are estimates based on Venezuela national averages adjusted for city size (population 422,578). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.