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Cost of Living in Macuro

Macuro, Sucre, Venezuela

▼ -13% vs Venezuela average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Bs12,559 ($344)
Couple, monthlyBs22,356 ($612)
Family of four, monthlyBs28,975 ($794)

Estimated Prices in Macuro

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantBs132 ($3.63)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeBs530 ($14.51)per meal
CappuccinoBs39.72 ($1.09)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Bs3,001 ($82.21)per month
Monthly public transport passBs485 ($13.30)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentBs1,280 ($35.06)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Bs371 ($10.16)per month
Fitness club membershipBs371 ($10.16)per month
Cinema ticketBs97.08 ($2.66)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreBs5,367 ($147)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreBs3,733 ($102)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreBs11,200 ($307)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Macuro is Bs4,073 ($112) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Bs12,559 ($344) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Bs16,327 ($447) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Bs3,733 ($102)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Macuro

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Nearby Cities

Güiria

41 km away · Sucre

Pedernales

84 km away · Delta Amacuro

Yaguaraparo

98 km away · Sucre

Río Caribe

129 km away · Sucre

Caripito

141 km away · Monagas

Carúpano

143 km away · Sucre

San José de Aerocuar

153 km away · Sucre

Punceres

170 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 Macuro

Macuro is one of the key cities in Venezuela. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Bs12,559 ($344), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Bs3,733 ($102) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Bs28,975 ($794) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Bs22,356 ($612) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Macuro is Bs4,073 ($112). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Bs16,327 ($447) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Macuro expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Bs12,559 ($344) per month in Macuro including rent outside the city centre. That is 13% less than the national average for Venezuela.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Macuro?
A net salary of around Bs16,327 ($447) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Macuro with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Macuro is Bs4,073 ($112).
How much is rent in Macuro?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Bs5,367 ($147) per month in the city centre and Bs3,733 ($102) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Bs11,200 ($307).
Is Macuro cheaper than Venezuela on average?
Yes — Macuro is estimated to be about 13% cheaper than the Venezuela average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Macuro?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Bs3,001 ($82) in Macuro. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Bs132 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around Bs40 ($1).
How do transport costs in Macuro compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Macuro is estimated at Bs485 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Macuro are estimates based on Venezuela national averages adjusted for city size. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.