Bolivia
Cost of living in La Paz
La Paz is Bolivia's seat of government, at about 3,600 m, one of the highest major cities in the world. Its Mi Teleférico cable car network is part of daily public transport.
What it costs to live in La Paz
On an average lifestyle in a 1-bed apartment, La Paz comes to an estimated $767 a month: the 2nd lowest of 19 cities and 29% below the median of this dataset ($1,073). Rent makes up 48% of the total. You would spend less on rent, groceries, transport, utilities, internet, coworking and entertainment.
| Lifestyle | Room | 1-bed apartment | Family apartment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frugal | $318 | $493 | $733 |
| Average | $560 | $767 | $1,105 |
| Comfortable | $873 | $1,144 | $1,591 |
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 La Paz
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Monthly breakdown by category
One person, 1-bed apartment, average lifestyle. Median = the middle city of all 19.
| Category | La Paz | % of total | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent | $370 | 48% | $540 |
| Groceries | $155 | 20% | $200 |
| Transport | $28 | 4% | $40 |
| Utilities | $42 | 5% | $58 |
| Internet | $22 | 3% | $28 |
| Coworking | $75 | 10% | $100 |
| Entertainment | $75 | 10% | $100 |
| Total per month | $767 | 100% | $1,073 |
Housing in La Paz
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 La Paz
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