Cali vs Atenas

Cost of living comparison for expats considering Cali or Atenas, Mexico.

Based on a typical expat lifestyle

Cali is 21% cheaper than Atenas

Monthly savings

$333

Colombia

Cali

$1,220

$21,350

Cheaper option

Costa Rica

Atenas

$1,553

$27,178

Category Breakdown

Category
Cali
Atenas
Difference

Housing (Rent)

$575
$633
+10%

Utilities

$97
$121
+25%

Groceries

$119
$210
+76%

Dining Out

$48
$96
+100%

Transportation

$90
$150
+67%

Lifestyle & Entertainment

$185
$193
+4%

Healthcare

$70
$100
+43%

Phone & Subscriptions

$36
$50
+39%
Monthly Total
$1,220
$1,553
27%

Based on a typical expat lifestyle: 1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment, basic health insurance.

City Insights

Atenas

Small-town living with easy access to San José for shopping and healthcare. Farmers markets offer excellent local produce prices. Limited dining options but lower cost of living overall.

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