Santa Marta
Colombia
499,192 people14m elevationAmerica/Bogota38
Overview
Santa Marta is 18-20% cheaper than Cartagena with better beaches. El Rodadero popular with digital nomads, downtown more local. AC adds to electricity. Limited Western amenities. Great value for budget-conscious beach seekers.
Cost of Living
Monthly costs in Santa Marta in USD. Editorial estimates combined with Numbeo data.
Housing (monthly rent)
Studio
Budget$200
Mid-range$280
Upscale$400
1 Bedroom
Budget$300
Mid-range$400
Upscale$550
2 Bedroom
Budget$400
Mid-range$520
Upscale$700
Food
Monthly Groceries
Budget$100
Mid-range$160
Premium$260
Dining (per meal)
Street food$2
Casual restaurant$4
Nice restaurant$15
Upscale$40
Transportation
Public transit (monthly)$30
Uber/taxi (avg ride)$3
Fuel (monthly)$85
Parking (monthly)$35
Utilities
Electric (low)$50
Electric (average)$75
Electric (high)$100
Water$14
Gas$7
Internet$28
Lifestyle
Gym membership$28
Cleaning (weekly)$15
Coworking space$120
Healthcare
Doctor visit$35
Basic insurance (monthly)$70
Comprehensive insurance$180
Other
Phone plan$14
Subscriptions$22