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Cost of Living in Punceres

Punceres, Monagas, Venezuela · Population 27,954

▼ -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 Punceres

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 Punceres 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.

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Maturín

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Punta de Mata

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Santa Bárbara

52 km away · Monagas

Cariaco

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San José de Aerocuar

68 km away · Sucre

San Antonio del Golfo

71 km away · Sucre

Aguasay

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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 Punceres

Punceres 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 Punceres 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 Punceres expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Bs12,125 ($332) per month in Punceres 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 Punceres?
A net salary of around Bs15,762 ($432) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Punceres with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Punceres is Bs3,942 ($108).
How much is rent in Punceres?
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 Punceres cheaper than Venezuela on average?
Yes — Punceres 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 Punceres?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Bs2,904 ($80) in Punceres. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Bs128 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around Bs38 ($1).
How do transport costs in Punceres compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Punceres is estimated at Bs470 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Punceres are estimates based on Venezuela national averages adjusted for city size (population 27,954). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.