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Cochabamba

Bolivia 🕒 1:37:41 AM (UTC-4 -04)

Local Highlights

Explore the history, neighborhoods, food, and culture of Cochabamba.

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☀️ Weather Forecast

Wed May 6
23°C / 74°F
Low: 5°C / 41°F
Thu May 7
24°C / 75°F
Low: 5°C / 42°F
Fri May 8
21°C / 69°F
Low: 5°C / 41°F

📊 Core Metrics

Adjusted ⓘ
Rent (1BD)
$223
Per Month (USD)
Safety Score
5.5
Moderate
Fixed Internet
45
Broadband (Mbps)
ℹ️ Data Accuracy & Sources

Rent: Sourced from live listings (Zyla Labs), government databases (HUD/CMHC), or regional economic models.
Safety & Internet: Sourced from open data initiatives including the Measurement Lab (M-Lab) and public government/NGO safety indices.
Note: Prices and metrics are estimates only and may vary by specific neighborhood or provider.

🌍 Demographics

  • Population841,276
  • RegionDepartamento de Cochabamba
  • ClimateTropical
  • Elevation2,577 m

💰 Cost of Living Breakdown

Housing & Utilities

  • Basic Utilities for 85 m2 Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage)54.58 USD
  • Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher)47.69 USD
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)12.07 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre272.23 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre173.76 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre532.15 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre390.96 USD
  • Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre1223.33 USD
  • Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre921.64 USD

Transportation

  • One-Way Ticket (Local Transport)0.40 USD
  • Taxi Start (Standard Tariff)2.17 USD
  • Taxi 1 km (Standard Tariff)1.45 USD
  • Taxi 1 Hour Waiting (Standard Tariff)7.24 USD
  • Gasoline (1 Liter)0.61 USD
  • Volkswagen Golf 1.5 (or Equivalent New Compact Car)29684.33 USD
  • Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6 (or Equivalent New Mid-Size Car)18140.75 USD
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)5.07 USD

Food & Groceries

  • Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant2.90 USD
  • Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks)14.48 USD
  • Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal)7.24 USD
  • Domestic Draft Beer (0.5 Liter)1.59 USD
  • Imported Beer (0.33 Liter Bottle)3.37 USD
  • Cappuccino (Regular Size)2.46 USD
  • Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 0.33 Liter Bottle)0.67 USD
  • Bottled Water (0.33 Liter)0.62 USD
  • Milk (Regular, 1 Liter)1.01 USD
  • Fresh White Bread (500 g Loaf)1.27 USD
  • White Rice (1 kg)1.59 USD
  • Eggs (12, Large Size)1.81 USD
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)4.49 USD
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)3.76 USD
  • Beef Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 kg)7.46 USD
  • Apples (1 kg)2.61 USD
  • Bananas (1 kg)1.01 USD
  • Oranges (1 kg)1.92 USD
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)1.64 USD
  • Potatoes (1 kg)1.48 USD
  • Onions (1 kg)1.16 USD
  • Lettuce (1 Head)1.09 USD
  • Bottled Water (1.5 Liter)1.09 USD
  • Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)8.69 USD
  • Domestic Beer (0.5 Liter Bottle)2.03 USD
  • Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro)2.61 USD

Lifestyle & Entertainment

  • Monthly Fitness Club Membership38.01 USD
  • Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child250.99 USD
  • International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child5256.30 USD
  • Jeans (Levi's 501 or Similar)69.99 USD
  • Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)67.57 USD
  • Men's Leather Business Shoes101.36 USD

Other

  • Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data)25.24 USD
  • Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M)41.03 USD
  • Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)552.93 USD