Cost of Living in Venezuela - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Venezuela
Address: VE

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $649 (excluding rent), and $852 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,629 (excluding rent), and $1,997 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$10.18 VES 3,508

$5.09 VES 1,754

$20.37 VES 7,017

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$50.1 VES 17.3K

$30.04 VES 10.4K

$85.1 VES 29.3K

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$9.82 VES 3,382

$7.85 VES 2,706

$11.78 VES 4,059

Cappuccino

$2.22 VES 765

$1.01 VES 348

$4.04 VES 1,391

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

$1.14 VES 394

$1.02 VES 351

$2.04 VES 703

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.92 VES 318

$0.68 VES 234

$1.46 VES 502

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.54 VES 531

$1.01 VES 347

$2.57 VES 885

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.97 VES 677

$1.72 VES 593

$3.93 VES 1,355

Milk (1 liter)

$1.85 VES 638

$1.22 VES 420

$2.54 VES 876

White Bread (500g)

$1.79 VES 618

$0.99 VES 340

$3.94 VES 1,358

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.31 VES 452

$1.02 VES 353

$2.05 VES 706

Eggs

$2.42 VES 835

$1.51 VES 520

$4.71 VES 1,622

Local Cheese (1kg)

$6.13 VES 2,110

$3.71 VES 1,279

$15.34 VES 5,284

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$6.91 VES 2,380

$3.07 VES 1,058

$8.24 VES 2,838

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$7.13 VES 2,455

$5.04 VES 1,736

$9.07 VES 3,126

Apples (1kg)

$4.84 VES 1,667

$2.03 VES 701

$10.17 VES 3,503

Banana (1kg)

$1.41 VES 486

$0.69 VES 236

$2.94 VES 1,012

Oranges (1kg)

$1.82 VES 626

$0.61 VES 211

$3.06 VES 1,055

Tomato (1kg)

$1.97 VES 680

$1.02 VES 352

$3.07 VES 1,057

Potato (1kg)

$1.91 VES 659

$1.00 VES 344

$3.08 VES 1,063

Onion (1kg)

$1.89 VES 650

$1.02 VES 351

$3.06 VES 1,053

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.17 VES 401

$0.49 VES 167

$1.94 VES 669

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.61 VES 555

$1.02 VES 351

$2.55 VES 878

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$3.58 VES 1,234

$2.49 VES 857

$4.97 VES 1,713

Wine (Bottle)

$10.02 VES 3,453

$6.01 VES 2,072

$15.04 VES 5,180

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.20 VES 415

$0.78 VES 269

$1.87 VES 645

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.95 VES 670

$1.03 VES 355

$3.09 VES 1,064

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.48 VES 164

$0.29 VES 98.4

$0.95 VES 328

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$29.64 VES 10.2K

$19.76 VES 6,809

$59.3 VES 20.4K

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$3.94 VES 1,358

$2.96 VES 1,019

$4.93 VES 1,698

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$3.08 VES 1,060

$1.03 VES 353

$5.13 VES 1,767

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$10.02 VES 3,453

$5.01 VES 1,726

$15.03 VES 5,179

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.51 VES 177

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

$30.2K VES 10.4M

$25.2K VES 8.7M

$35.3K VES 12.2M

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

$38.0K VES 13.1M

$34.5K VES 11.9M

$44.4K VES 15.3M

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

$20.58 VES 7,090

$11.99 VES 4,132

$39.98 VES 13.8K

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

$11.69 VES 4,027

$5.90 VES 2,034

$14.76 VES 5,084

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$38.19 VES 13.2K

$25.19 VES 8,678

$50.4 VES 17.4K

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$38.38 VES 13.2K

$15.17 VES 5,227

$75.9 VES 26.1K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$15.41 VES 5,309

$10.08 VES 3,472

$20.16 VES 6,945

Cinema Ticket

$4.91 VES 1,692

$3.93 VES 1,353

$9.82 VES 3,383

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

$67.8 VES 23.3K

$35.18 VES 12.1K

$151 VES 51.9K

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$5,254 VES 1.8M

$2,138 VES 736.7K

$14.9K VES 5.1M

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$46.41 VES 16.0K

$20.08 VES 6,918

$85.3 VES 29.4K

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$37.80 VES 13.0K

$19.94 VES 6,870

$54.8 VES 18.9K

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$81.3 VES 28.0K

$40.74 VES 14.0K

$122 VES 42.1K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$75.4 VES 26.0K

$39.79 VES 13.7K

$119 VES 41.1K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$242 VES 83.3K

$110 VES 38.0K

$501 VES 172.8K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$188 VES 64.6K

$100 VES 34.5K

$450 VES 155.1K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$467 VES 161.0K

$250 VES 86.2K

$1,501 VES 517.0K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$367 VES 126.4K

$180 VES 62.0K

$999 VES 344.3K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$779 VES 268.3K

$323 VES 111.3K

$1,987 VES 684.6K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$491 VES 169.1K

$200 VES 68.9K

$1,001 VES 344.7K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$216 VES 74.4K

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: January 17, 2026

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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	$725	$721	$1,586	$1,747	13.49	142.04
2	Anaco	149380		$436	$459	$913	$986	40.5	133.25
3	Barcelona	560122	39	$551	$753	$1,509	$1,818	31.4	143.02
4	Barinas	-		$61.9	$61.9	$141	$125	62.67	138.03
5	Barquisimeto	-	27	$507	$557	$1,095	$1,332	81.16	146.48
6	Cabimas	299108		$259	$284	$663	$761	80.29	166.04
7	Cabudare	166087						15.04	142.28
8	Caracas	3274000	59	$793	$1,172	$1,988	$2,869	53.57	157.26
9	Ciudad Guayana	820780		$491	$693	$1,501	$1,592	75.66	125.39
10	Coro	211266	32	$528	$635	$1,270	$1,384	33.45	148.67
11	El Tigre	236566						79.11	152.33
12	Isla de Margarita	-		$682	$660	$1,546	$1,750	81.5	142.12
13	Lecheria	78784	48	$624	$939	$1,770	$2,019	141.42	147.5
14	Los Teques	-	36	$615	$716	$1,500	$1,781	37.14	147.1
15	Maracaibo	2000000	37	$623	$735	$1,535	$1,781	122.76	166.03
16	Maracay	425606	33	$629	$640	$1,457	$1,662	92.96	149.18
17	Maturin	521955		$442	$565	$895	$1,328	150.62	153.8
18	Merida	250303	36	$647	$714	$1,552	$1,763	125.42	143.08
19	Ocumare del Tuy	-	35	$581	$694	$1,706	$1,756	125.36	121.18
20	Porlamar	103496		$381	$652	$1,119	$1,164	94.56	144.96
21	Puerto la Cruz	272231	36	$490	$723	$1,419	$1,616	83.44	137.58
22	Punto Fijo	277017	33	$629	$650	$1,176	$1,555	52.69	164.82
23	San Cristobal	282830	33	$500	$672	$1,086	$1,471	50.42	116.33
24	Valencia	2299026	37	$680	$736	$1,529	$1,791	141.3	136.91
25	Yaracuy	-	31	$564	$634	$1,471	$1,676	136.04	239.09

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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.