Colombia
Cost of living in Bogotá
Bogotá is Colombia's capital and largest city, on a high plateau of the Eastern Andes at about 2,640 m. Most public transport runs on TransMilenio, a bus rapid transit network, and the first metro line is under construction.
What it costs to live in Bogotá
On an average lifestyle in a 1-bed apartment, Bogotá comes to an estimated $1,255 a month: the 14th lowest of 19 cities and 17% above the median of this dataset ($1,073). Rent makes up 49% of the total. Compared with the median city, you would spend more on rent, groceries, transport, utilities, coworking and entertainment.
| Lifestyle | Room | 1-bed apartment | Family apartment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frugal | $580 | $870 | $1,270 |
| Average | $935 | $1,255 | $1,780 |
| Comfortable | $1,385 | $1,765 | $2,460 |
Every figure is a modeled estimate in US dollars, not an individually observed price. Q1–Q2 2026 data, not re-verified since. Methodology
Your budget in Bogotá
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Monthly breakdown by category
One person, 1-bed apartment, average lifestyle. Median = the middle city of all 19.
| Category | Bogotá | % of total | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent | $620 | 49% | $540 |
| Groceries | $230 | 18% | $200 |
| Transport | $50 | 4% | $40 |
| Utilities | $65 | 5% | $58 |
| Internet | $30 | 2% | $28 |
| Coworking | $130 | 10% | $100 |
| Entertainment | $130 | 10% | $100 |
| Total per month | $1,255 | 100% | $1,073 |
Housing in Bogotá
Before signing, always ask about the deposit, any rent paid in advance, whether a guarantor is required and who pays utilities and building fees. These terms vary between landlords and are not fixed legal requirements.
Moving to Bogotá
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