Cali, Colombia
Cost of living · 2026 · Americas · Rent +5% vs 2025
Rent trend in Cali (2022–2026)
Cost breakdown in Cali (2026)
Estimated monthly budget in Cali
Based on 2026 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.
Cost comparison — cities in Colombia (2026)
| City | 1-Bed Rent | Groceries | Transport | Utilities | vs Cali |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cali | COP 1,800,960 | COP 731,640 | COP 106,932 | COP 191,352 | — |
| Bogota | COP 2,476,320 | COP 844,200 | COP 118,188 | COP 225,120 | +37.5% |
| Cartagena | COP 2,138,640 | COP 787,920 | COP 101,304 | COP 202,608 | +18.8% |
| Medellin | COP 2,026,080 | COP 765,408 | COP 101,304 | COP 191,352 | +12.5% |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of living in Cali in 2026?
In 2026, a single person living in Cali needs approximately COP 2,956,951/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around COP 6,082,742/month. Cali is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.
How much is rent in Cali in 2026?
A 1-bedroom apartment in Cali costs approximately COP 1,800,960/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around COP 3,601,920/month. Rent has changed +5% vs 2025.
How much do groceries cost in Cali?
Monthly grocery costs for one person in Cali are approximately COP 731,640 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.
What does public transport cost in Cali?
A monthly public transport pass in Cali costs COP 106,932 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.
How much are utilities in Cali?
Monthly utility costs in Cali average COP 191,352 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.
Is Cali expensive to live in?
Cali is located in Colombia (Americas). With a 1-bed rent of COP 1,800,960/month and total single-person expenses around COP 2,956,951/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.
How much does eating out cost in Cali?
A typical restaurant meal for one person in Cali costs approximately COP 15,758 in 2026. Budget around COP 126,067/month if dining out a few times a week.
How have living costs in Cali changed over time?
LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Cali from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 27.9% over this period (from COP 1,408,000 in 2022 to COP 1,800,960 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.
What is the monthly budget needed to live comfortably in Cali?
To live comfortably in Cali in 2026, a single person needs approximately COP 2,956,951/month. This covers rent (COP 1,800,960), groceries (COP 731,640), transport (COP 106,932), utilities (COP 191,352) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around COP 6,082,742/month.