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Cost of Living in Las Mercedes

Las Mercedes, Guárico, Venezuela · Population 33,025

▼ -16% vs Venezuela average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Bs12,125 ($332)
Couple, monthlyBs21,573 ($591)
Family of four, monthlyBs27,952 ($766)

Estimated Prices in Las Mercedes

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantBs128 ($3.51)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeBs512 ($14.04)per meal
CappuccinoBs38.43 ($1.05)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Bs2,904 ($79.56)per month
Monthly public transport passBs470 ($12.87)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentBs1,238 ($33.93)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Bs359 ($9.83)per month
Fitness club membershipBs359 ($9.83)per month
Cinema ticketBs93.95 ($2.57)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreBs5,151 ($141)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreBs3,584 ($98.18)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreBs10,751 ($295)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Las Mercedes is Bs3,942 ($108) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Bs12,125 ($332) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Bs15,762 ($432) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Bs3,584 ($98)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Las Mercedes

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El Socorro

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Barbacoas

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83 km away · Guárico

Camatagua

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San José de Guaribe

105 km away · Guárico

Calabozo

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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 Las Mercedes

Las Mercedes is one of the key cities in Venezuela. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Bs12,125 ($332), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Bs3,584 ($98) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Bs27,952 ($766) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Bs21,573 ($591) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Las Mercedes is Bs3,942 ($108). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Bs15,762 ($432) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Las Mercedes expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Bs12,125 ($332) per month in Las Mercedes including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Venezuela.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Las Mercedes?
A net salary of around Bs15,762 ($432) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Las Mercedes with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Las Mercedes is Bs3,942 ($108).
How much is rent in Las Mercedes?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Bs5,151 ($141) per month in the city centre and Bs3,584 ($98) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Bs10,751 ($295).
Is Las Mercedes cheaper than Venezuela on average?
Yes — Las Mercedes is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Venezuela average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Las Mercedes?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Bs2,904 ($80) in Las Mercedes. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Bs128 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around Bs38 ($1).
How do transport costs in Las Mercedes compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Las Mercedes is estimated at Bs470 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Las Mercedes are estimates based on Venezuela national averages adjusted for city size (population 33,025). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.