Cost of Living in Venezuela - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Venezuela
Address: VE

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $640 (excluding rent), and $848 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,602 (excluding rent), and $2,002 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$10.05 VES 4,837

$5.03 VES 2,418

$20.10 VES 9,673

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$49.44 VES 23.8K

$29.66 VES 14.3K

$84.0 VES 40.4K

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$10.11 VES 4,863

$8.08 VES 3,891

$12.13 VES 5,836

Cappuccino

$2.25 VES 1,081

$1.02 VES 492

$4.09 VES 1,966

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.13 VES 545

$1.01 VES 487

$2.02 VES 973

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.94 VES 451

$0.69 VES 332

$1.48 VES 712

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.52 VES 731

$0.99 VES 477

$2.53 VES 1,218

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.03 VES 975

$1.77 VES 853

$4.05 VES 1,949

Milk (1 liter)

$1.86 VES 894

$1.22 VES 589

$2.55 VES 1,228

White Bread (500g)

$1.83 VES 881

$1.01 VES 484

$4.02 VES 1,937

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.29 VES 621

$1.01 VES 485

$2.02 VES 971

Eggs

$2.51 VES 1,209

$1.57 VES 754

$4.88 VES 2,349

Local Cheese (1kg)

$5.92 VES 2,851

$3.59 VES 1,728

$14.83 VES 7,139

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$6.81 VES 3,277

$3.03 VES 1,456

$8.12 VES 3,908

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$6.87 VES 3,307

$4.86 VES 2,339

$8.75 VES 4,210

Apples (1kg)

$4.88 VES 2,348

$2.05 VES 986

$10.25 VES 4,932

Banana (1kg)

$1.41 VES 678

$0.68 VES 330

$2.94 VES 1,413

Oranges (1kg)

$1.80 VES 864

$0.61 VES 291

$3.03 VES 1,456

Tomato (1kg)

$1.98 VES 955

$1.03 VES 495

$3.08 VES 1,484

Potato (1kg)

$1.88 VES 904

$0.98 VES 471

$3.03 VES 1,457

Onion (1kg)

$1.82 VES 875

$0.98 VES 473

$2.95 VES 1,419

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.17 VES 563

$0.49 VES 235

$1.95 VES 939

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.61 VES 777

$1.02 VES 492

$2.55 VES 1,229

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$3.67 VES 1,766

$2.55 VES 1,226

$5.10 VES 2,452

Wine (Bottle)

$9.85 VES 4,739

$4.92 VES 2,370

$14.77 VES 7,109

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.15 VES 554

$0.75 VES 360

$1.79 VES 862

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.93 VES 930

$1.02 VES 492

$3.07 VES 1,477

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.48 VES 230

$0.29 VES 138

$0.96 VES 460

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$30.50 VES 14.7K

$20.33 VES 9,784

$61.0 VES 29.4K

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$3.92 VES 1,885

$2.94 VES 1,414

$4.90 VES 2,356

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$3.07 VES 1,478

$1.02 VES 493

$5.12 VES 2,463

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$10.04 VES 4,831

$5.02 VES 2,416

$15.06 VES 7,247

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.48 VES 230

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$29.4K VES 14.2M

$24.5K VES 11.8M

$34.3K VES 16.5M

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$38.3K VES 18.4M

$34.7K VES 16.7M

$44.6K VES 21.5M

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$20.32 VES 9,778

$11.84 VES 5,699

$39.47 VES 19.0K

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$11.77 VES 5,664

$5.94 VES 2,861

$14.86 VES 7,151

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$38.61 VES 18.6K

$25.47 VES 12.3K

$50.9 VES 24.5K

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$37.61 VES 18.1K

$14.87 VES 7,156

$74.4 VES 35.8K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$15.35 VES 7,389

$10.04 VES 4,833

$20.08 VES 9,665

Cinema Ticket

$5.14 VES 2,475

$4.11 VES 1,980

$10.28 VES 4,949

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$66.8 VES 32.1K

$34.66 VES 16.7K

$149 VES 71.5K

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$5,225 VES 2.5M

$2,127 VES 1.0M

$14.8K VES 7.1M

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$46.10 VES 22.2K

$19.95 VES 9,600

$84.8 VES 40.8K

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$38.45 VES 18.5K

$20.29 VES 9,763

$55.8 VES 26.8K

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$79.5 VES 38.2K

$39.83 VES 19.2K

$119 VES 57.5K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$75.2 VES 36.2K

$39.65 VES 19.1K

$119 VES 57.2K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$238 VES 114.6K

$109 VES 52.3K

$494 VES 237.6K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$189 VES 91.1K

$101 VES 48.6K

$454 VES 218.5K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$463 VES 222.6K

$248 VES 119.2K

$1,486 VES 714.9K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$374 VES 180.1K

$183 VES 88.3K

$1,019 VES 490.5K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$734 VES 353.1K

$322 VES 155.0K

$1,982 VES 953.9K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$478 VES 230.1K

$201 VES 96.8K

$923 VES 444.2K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$221 VES 106.3K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

21.44

15.6

43.2

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: April 13, 2026

By City in Venezuela

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Acarigua	205933	36	$717	$702	$1,816	$1,723	25.41	152.66
2	Anaco	149380		$397	$451	$873	$987	127.83	151.2
3	Barcelona	560122	39	$649	$778	$1,384	$1,814	32.02	139.52
4	Barinas	-		$69.7	$60.4	$117	$123	67.16	146.85
5	Barquisimeto	-	27	$429	$558	$1,273	$1,314	81.16	151.17
6	Cabimas	299108		$294	$290	$866	$771	283.57	165
7	Cabudare	166087						104.03	147.54
8	Caracas	3274000	59	$795	$1,188	$1,953	$2,848	282.6	163.29
9	Ciudad Guayana	820780		$612	$698	$1,306	$1,569	88.67	133.14
10	Coro	211266	32	$588	$631	$1,271	$1,421	51.6	155.76
11	El Tigre	236566						72.83	148.07
12	Isla de Margarita	-		$682	$651	$1,888	$1,805	175.23	151.58
13	Lecheria	78784	48	$666	$931	$1,809	$1,970	130.82	148.76
14	Los Teques	-	36	$705	$706	$1,553	$1,764	262.62	150.43
15	Maracaibo	2000000	37	$625	$751	$1,544	$1,747	111.09	171.88
16	Maracay	425606	33	$616	$662	$1,593	$1,651	131.31	154.15
17	Maturin	521955		$463	$576	$1,062	$1,323	15.66	150.21
18	Merida	250303	36	$678	$722	$1,458	$1,725	125.85	146.57
19	Ocumare del Tuy	-	35	$632	$711	$1,537	$1,733	252.3	119.55
20	Porlamar	103496		$433	$665	$1,011	$1,199	151.11	166.05
21	Puerto la Cruz	272231	36	$461	$726	$1,232	$1,619	39.76	146.4
22	Punto Fijo	277017	33	$520	$669	$1,398	$1,530	67	190.63
23	San Cristobal	282830	33	$525	$652	$1,326	$1,458	233.48	118.75
24	Valencia	2299026	37	$583	$752	$1,697	$1,766	32.71	145.85
25	Yaracuy	-	31	$673	$622	$1,563	$1,622	75.7	49.28

Venezuela Median Internet Speeds (Updated April 2026)

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Fixed Broadband

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

Cost of Living in Venezuela - Frequently Asked Questions

Cost of Living in Venezuela varies greatly by city and neighborhood, with some areas offering affordable daily expenses while others feel more expensive due to transport and utility reliability. In general, housing outside major capitals tends to be more approachable, and you can stretch your budget by shopping at local markets, cooking at home, and choosing casual eateries over tourist spots. Internet access and electricity can affect daily costs, so test connectivity in a few neighborhoods before settling in. Seasonal shortages can shift prices for basics, so keep a flexible plan for supplies. Tip: Start with a short stay in a couple of areas to gauge value and comfort.

Daily life hinges on choosing neighborhoods with steady internet, reasonable safety, and accessible services. For housing, look for short- or mid-term rentals in areas popular with locals and expats, and visit several options to compare layout, noise, and access to markets. Venezuela living cost can shift with exchange rates and supply changes, so plan with flexibility. Food options span fresh markets, affordable eateries, and occasional imports; cooking at home is typically the most budget-friendly path. Transport ranges from reliable urban buses to private rides in larger towns; plan around traffic and peak hours. Co-working spaces or cafe layouts with power backup can smooth remote work. Errands, cash access, and water supply vary by month, so keep backup plans. Tip: Carry a small local currency stash and ask hosts about water and power reliability before booking.

Quality of life hinges on sensible budgeting and neighborhood fit. Build a simple framework: categorize expenses into housing, food, transport, and contingencies; prioritize flexible arrangements and longer-term leases in safe areas with decent internet. Save by cooking at home, using local markets, and choosing public transport when feasible. Seasonality matters: rain can affect travel and power reliability, while holidays can shift availability of services. When choosing a neighborhood, weigh safety, access to coworking, and proximity to essential amenities. Build a rotating list of backup plans and contacts, so stays feel predictable even amid disruption. Tip: set a monthly cap for discretionary spending and test a few neighborhoods before committing.