Cali, Colombia
Cost of living · 2025 · Americas · Rent +7.2% vs 2024
Rent trend in Cali (2022–2026)
Cost breakdown in Cali (2025)
Estimated monthly budget in Cali
Based on 2025 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.
Cost comparison — cities in Colombia (2025)
| City | 1-Bed Rent | Groceries | Transport | Utilities | vs Cali |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cali | COP 1,715,200 | COP 696,800 | COP 101,840 | COP 182,240 | — |
| Bogota | COP 2,358,400 | COP 804,000 | COP 112,560 | COP 214,400 | +37.5% |
| Cartagena | COP 2,036,800 | COP 750,400 | COP 96,480 | COP 192,960 | +18.8% |
| Medellin | COP 1,929,600 | COP 728,960 | COP 96,480 | COP 182,240 | +12.5% |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of living in Cali in 2025?
In 2025, a single person living in Cali needs approximately COP 2,816,144/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around COP 5,793,088/month. Cali is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.
How much is rent in Cali in 2025?
A 1-bedroom apartment in Cali costs approximately COP 1,715,200/month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around COP 3,430,400/month. Rent has changed +7.2% vs 2024.
How much do groceries cost in Cali?
Monthly grocery costs for one person in Cali are approximately COP 696,800 in 2025. 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 101,840 in 2025, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.
How much are utilities in Cali?
Monthly utility costs in Cali average COP 182,240 in 2025, 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 1,715,200/month and total single-person expenses around COP 2,816,144/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 15,008 in 2025. Budget around COP 120,064/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 2025, a single person needs approximately COP 2,816,144/month. This covers rent (COP 1,715,200), groceries (COP 696,800), transport (COP 101,840), utilities (COP 182,240) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around COP 5,793,088/month.