Photo by Jhonny Estrada on Unsplash | Original Source

Pereira

Colombia 🕒 3:05:40 PM (UTC-5 -05)

Local Highlights

Explore the history, neighborhoods, food, and culture of Pereira.

📖 Read Wikivoyage Travel Guide 📺 Watch City Videos

☀️ Weather Forecast

Fri May 29
24°C / 74°F
Low: 14°C / 58°F
Sat May 30
24°C / 75°F
Low: 14°C / 57°F
Sun May 31
21°C / 70°F
Low: 14°C / 58°F

📊 Core Metrics

Adjusted ⓘ
Rent (1BD)
$431
Per Month (USD)
Safety Score
4.4
Poor
Fixed Internet
78
Broadband (Mbps)
ℹ️ Data Accuracy & Sources

Rent: Sourced from live listings (Zyla Labs), government databases (HUD/CMHC), or regional economic models.
Safety & Internet: Sourced from open data initiatives including the Measurement Lab (M-Lab) and public government/NGO safety indices.
Note: Prices and metrics are estimates only and may vary by specific neighborhood or provider.

🌍 Demographics

  • Population467,269
  • Region
  • ClimateTropical
  • Elevation1,414 m

💰 Cost of Living Breakdown

Housing & Utilities

  • Basic Utilities for 85 m2 Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage)93.79 USD
  • Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher)25.23 USD
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)25.95 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre463.60 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre398.72 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre762.30 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre741.35 USD
  • Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre1229.96 USD
  • Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre1189.41 USD

Transportation

  • One-Way Ticket (Local Transport)0.84 USD
  • Monthly Public Transport Pass (Regular Price)35.14 USD
  • Taxi Start (Standard Tariff)1.62 USD
  • Taxi 1 km (Standard Tariff)1.80 USD
  • Taxi 1 Hour Waiting (Standard Tariff)7.16 USD
  • Gasoline (1 Liter)1.12 USD
  • Volkswagen Golf 1.5 (or Equivalent New Compact Car)23785.47 USD
  • Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6 (or Equivalent New Mid-Size Car)31106.09 USD
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)4.05 USD

Food & Groceries

  • Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant6.76 USD
  • Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks)18.92 USD
  • Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal)8.11 USD
  • Domestic Draft Beer (0.5 Liter)1.08 USD
  • Imported Beer (0.33 Liter Bottle)2.66 USD
  • Cappuccino (Regular Size)1.66 USD
  • Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 0.33 Liter Bottle)1.20 USD
  • Bottled Water (0.33 Liter)0.57 USD
  • Milk (Regular, 1 Liter)1.15 USD
  • Fresh White Bread (500 g Loaf)1.52 USD
  • White Rice (1 kg)1.21 USD
  • Eggs (12, Large Size)2.49 USD
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)5.25 USD
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)7.35 USD
  • Beef Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 kg)9.46 USD
  • Apples (1 kg)3.10 USD
  • Bananas (1 kg)1.00 USD
  • Oranges (1 kg)1.76 USD
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)0.91 USD
  • Potatoes (1 kg)1.39 USD
  • Onions (1 kg)1.03 USD
  • Lettuce (1 Head)0.97 USD
  • Bottled Water (1.5 Liter)1.00 USD
  • Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)10.81 USD
  • Domestic Beer (0.5 Liter Bottle)1.18 USD
  • Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro)2.30 USD

Lifestyle & Entertainment

  • Monthly Fitness Club Membership33.88 USD
  • Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child648.62 USD
  • International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child7939.74 USD
  • Jeans (Levi's 501 or Similar)77.43 USD
  • Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)123.82 USD
  • Men's Leather Business Shoes110.39 USD

Other

  • Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data)9.95 USD
  • Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M)41.23 USD
  • Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)496.79 USD