Ecuador
Cost of living in Guayaquil
Guayaquil is Ecuador's largest city and main port, on the Guayas River close to the Pacific. The climate is hot and humid year round, which shows up in electricity bills when air conditioning runs. Prices are in US dollars.
What it costs to live in Guayaquil
On an average lifestyle in a 1-bed apartment, Guayaquil comes to an estimated $928 a month: the 5th lowest of 19 cities and 14% below the median of this dataset ($1,073). Rent makes up 48% of the total. You would spend less on rent, utilities and entertainment.
| Lifestyle | Room | 1-bed apartment | Family apartment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frugal | $414 | $633 | $944 |
| Average | $679 | $928 | $1,323 |
| Comfortable | $1,019 | $1,309 | $1,823 |
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 Guayaquil
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Monthly breakdown by category
One person, 1-bed apartment, average lifestyle. Median = the middle city of all 19.
| Category | Guayaquil | % of total | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent | $450 | 48% | $540 |
| Groceries | $185 | 20% | $200 |
| Transport | $38 | 4% | $40 |
| Utilities | $52 | 6% | $58 |
| Internet | $28 | 3% | $28 |
| Coworking | $90 | 10% | $100 |
| Entertainment | $85 | 9% | $100 |
| Total per month | $928 | 100% | $1,073 |
Housing in Guayaquil
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 Guayaquil
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