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Medellín

Colombia 🕒 3:05:54 PM (UTC-5 -05)

Local Highlights

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

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☀️ Weather Forecast

Fri May 29
26°C / 79°F
Low: 14°C / 56°F
Sat May 30
25°C / 78°F
Low: 14°C / 57°F
Sun May 31
20°C / 68°F
Low: 13°C / 56°F

📊 Core Metrics

Adjusted ⓘ
Rent (1BD)
$607
Per Month (USD)
Safety Score
6.8
Moderate
Fixed Internet
110
Ultra Fast (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

  • Population1,999,979
  • RegionN/A
  • ClimateTropical
  • Elevation1,405 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)28.10 USD
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)16.08 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre696.07 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre517.34 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre1300.95 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre877.19 USD
  • Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre2820.52 USD
  • Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre1226.10 USD

Transportation

  • One-Way Ticket (Local Transport)1.01 USD
  • Monthly Public Transport Pass (Regular Price)67.04 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)1.13 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)4.87 USD

Food & Groceries

  • Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant6.76 USD
  • Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks)40.55 USD
  • Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal)8.11 USD
  • Domestic Draft Beer (0.5 Liter)2.16 USD
  • Imported Beer (0.33 Liter Bottle)2.66 USD
  • Cappuccino (Regular Size)2.36 USD
  • Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 0.33 Liter Bottle)1.43 USD
  • Bottled Water (0.33 Liter)0.96 USD
  • Milk (Regular, 1 Liter)1.20 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)7.36 USD
  • Beef Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 kg)9.47 USD
  • Apples (1 kg)3.10 USD
  • Bananas (1 kg)1.21 USD
  • Oranges (1 kg)1.76 USD
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)1.59 USD
  • Potatoes (1 kg)1.40 USD
  • Onions (1 kg)1.25 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)1.31 USD
  • Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro)3.34 USD

Lifestyle & Entertainment

  • Monthly Fitness Club Membership30.55 USD
  • Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child649.81 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)11.38 USD
  • Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M)41.23 USD
  • Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)521.15 USD