Pereira

Colombia

467,269 people1,445m elevationAmerica/Bogota24

Overview

Pereira offers 20-25% lower costs than Medellín with similar eternal spring climate. Best airport in Coffee Triangle with some international flights. Economic hub of coffee region. No AC needed. Great value for authentic Colombian experience.

Cost of Living

Monthly costs in Pereira in USD. Editorial estimates combined with Numbeo data.

Housing (monthly rent)

Studio

Budget$280
Mid-range$360
Upscale$480

1 Bedroom

Budget$400
Mid-range$500
Upscale$650

2 Bedroom

Budget$520
Mid-range$680
Upscale$900

Food

Monthly Groceries

Budget$100
Mid-range$155
Premium$250

Dining (per meal)

Street food$2
Casual restaurant$4
Nice restaurant$14
Upscale$35

Transportation

Public transit (monthly)$35
Uber/taxi (avg ride)$2
Fuel (monthly)$85
Parking (monthly)$35

Utilities

Electric (low)$22
Electric (average)$34
Electric (high)$48
Water$12
Gas$10
Internet$26

Lifestyle

Gym membership$25
Cleaning (weekly)$14
Coworking space$110

Healthcare

Doctor visit$35
Basic insurance (monthly)$65
Comprehensive insurance$175

Other

Phone plan$12
Subscriptions$20
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