Cali, Colombia
Cost of living · 2024 · Americas · Rent +6.4% vs 2023
Rent trend in Cali (2022–2026)
Cost breakdown in Cali (2024)
Estimated monthly budget in Cali
Based on 2024 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.
Cost comparison — cities in Colombia (2024)
| City | 1-Bed Rent | Groceries | Transport | Utilities | vs Cali |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cali | COP 1,600,000 | COP 650,000 | COP 95,000 | COP 170,000 | — |
| Bogota | COP 2,200,000 | COP 750,000 | COP 105,000 | COP 200,000 | +37.5% |
| Cartagena | COP 1,900,000 | COP 700,000 | COP 90,000 | COP 180,000 | +18.8% |
| Medellin | COP 1,800,000 | COP 680,000 | COP 90,000 | COP 170,000 | +12.5% |
Other Americas cities (2024)
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of living in Cali in 2024?
In 2024, a single person living in Cali needs approximately COP 2,627,000/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around COP 5,404,000/month. Cali is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.
How much is rent in Cali in 2024?
A 1-bedroom apartment in Cali costs approximately COP 1,600,000/month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around COP 3,200,000/month. Rent has changed +6.4% vs 2023.
How much do groceries cost in Cali?
Monthly grocery costs for one person in Cali are approximately COP 650,000 in 2024. 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 95,000 in 2024, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.
How much are utilities in Cali?
Monthly utility costs in Cali average COP 170,000 in 2024, 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 1,600,000/month and total single-person expenses around COP 2,627,000/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 14,000 in 2024. Budget around COP 112,000/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 2024, a single person needs approximately COP 2,627,000/month. This covers rent (COP 1,600,000), groceries (COP 650,000), transport (COP 95,000), utilities (COP 170,000) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around COP 5,404,000/month.