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Cost of Living in Santa Rita

Santa Rita, Aragua, Venezuela · Population 169,158

▼ -6% vs Venezuela average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Bs13,578 ($372)
Couple, monthlyBs24,192 ($663)
Family of four, monthlyBs31,377 ($860)

Estimated Prices in Santa Rita

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantBs142 ($3.90)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeBs569 ($15.60)per meal
CappuccinoBs42.71 ($1.17)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Bs3,227 ($88.40)per month
Monthly public transport passBs522 ($14.30)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentBs1,376 ($37.70)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Bs399 ($10.92)per month
Fitness club membershipBs399 ($10.92)per month
Cinema ticketBs104 ($2.86)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreBs5,877 ($161)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreBs4,088 ($112)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreBs12,264 ($336)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Santa Rita is Bs4,380 ($120) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Bs13,578 ($372) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Bs17,651 ($484) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Bs4,088 ($112)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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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 Santa Rita

Santa Rita is one of the key cities in Venezuela. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Bs13,578 ($372), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Bs4,088 ($112) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Bs31,377 ($860) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Bs24,192 ($663) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Santa Rita is Bs4,380 ($120). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Bs17,651 ($484) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Santa Rita expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Bs13,578 ($372) per month in Santa Rita including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Venezuela.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Santa Rita?
A net salary of around Bs17,651 ($484) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Santa Rita with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Santa Rita is Bs4,380 ($120).
How much is rent in Santa Rita?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Bs5,877 ($161) per month in the city centre and Bs4,088 ($112) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Bs12,264 ($336).
Is Santa Rita cheaper than Venezuela on average?
Yes — Santa Rita is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Venezuela average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Santa Rita?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Bs3,227 ($88) in Santa Rita. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Bs142 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around Bs43 ($1).
How do transport costs in Santa Rita compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Santa Rita is estimated at Bs522 ($14). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Santa Rita are estimates based on Venezuela national averages adjusted for city size (population 169,158). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.