125 cities covered · Currency: BOB (Bs) · Capital: Santa Cruz de la Sierra
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | Bs28.57 ($4.13) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | Bs114 ($16.54) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | Bs8.57 ($1.24) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | Bs647 ($93.70) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | Bs105 ($15.16) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | Bs276 ($39.96) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | Bs79.98 ($11.58) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | Bs79.98 ($11.58) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | Bs20.95 ($3.03) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | Bs1,111 ($161) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | Bs773 ($112) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | Bs2,319 ($336) | per month |
Santa Cruz · pop. 3,151,676
La Paz · pop. 2,063,633
La Paz · pop. 885,035
Cochabamba · pop. 661,484
Chuquisaca · pop. 360,544
Oruro · pop. 351,802
Oruro · pop. 297,497
Tarija · pop. 268,000
Santa Cruz · pop. 214,216
Potosí · pop. 189,652
Cochabamba · pop. 172,466
Cochabamba · pop. 137,182
El Beni · pop. 130,657
Santa Cruz · pop. 126,886
Tarija · pop. 97,296
Pando · pop. 78,555
El Beni · pop. 78,100
La Paz · pop. 59,676
Cochabamba · pop. 58,223
Cochabamba · pop. 55,908
Santa Cruz · pop. 55,697
Cochabamba · pop. 51,968
Cochabamba · pop. 48,631
Potosí · pop. 43,100
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Bolivia
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Bolivia
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Bolivia
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Bolivia
Living costs in Bolivia vary significantly depending on city size. Large metropolitan areas with populations over one million typically see housing costs 15–30% above the national average, while smaller towns can be 10–20% below it. The national baseline of Bs2,677 ($387) per month represents a mid-sized city estimate.
Capital cities and major economic hubs command the highest rents and overall expenses. For budget-conscious residents, mid-sized cities offer a balance of amenities and affordability. Rural and small-town living remains the most economical option, though transport and service access may be limited.