Venezuela
Cost of living in Caracas
Caracas is Venezuela's capital, in a mountain valley at about 900 m. Many everyday prices are set or paid in US dollars, and conditions change quickly, so treat these estimates as a rough reference.
What it costs to live in Caracas
On an average lifestyle in a 1-bed apartment, Caracas comes to an estimated $585 a month: the 1st lowest of 19 cities and 45% below the median of this dataset ($1,073). Rent makes up 43% of the total. You would spend less on rent, groceries, transport, utilities, internet, coworking and entertainment.
| Lifestyle | Room | 1-bed apartment | Family apartment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frugal | $240 | $350 | $520 |
| Average | $433 | $585 | $840 |
| Comfortable | $713 | $943 | $1,323 |
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 Caracas
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Monthly breakdown by category
One person, 1-bed apartment, average lifestyle. Median = the middle city of all 19.
| Category | Caracas | % of total | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent | $250 | 43% | $540 |
| Groceries | $130 | 22% | $200 |
| Transport | $25 | 4% | $40 |
| Utilities | $40 | 7% | $58 |
| Internet | $20 | 3% | $28 |
| Coworking | $55 | 9% | $100 |
| Entertainment | $65 | 11% | $100 |
| Total per month | $585 | 100% | $1,073 |
Housing in Caracas
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 Caracas
Visa and residency rules in Venezuela depend on your nationality and circumstances. Always check the official website of Venezuela's migration authority or its nearest consulate. Nothing on this page is legal advice.