Cost of living 2018 in Guatemala

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Member since 30 May 2013

PriscillaViP10 January 2018 08:50:57

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Hello everyone,

As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and inflation in Guatemala.

Thanks to your contribution, future expats in Guatemala will be more informed and will be able to refine their budget and better prepare for their big move.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment or a house in Guatemala?

How much does it cost to buy an apartment or a house in Guatemala?

How much do you pay on average for public transportation (bus, subway, train, tram, taxi)?

How much do you pay for basic food items such as rice, bread, and pasta?

What is your monthly budget for groceries?

How much does it cost to see a doctor/dentist/physician/specialist in Guatemala?

How much do you pay for health insurance per month?

How much does childcare cost on average per month?

What is your child's schooling budget per month?

How much does it cost to fill up your cars fuel tank?

How much do you pay for electricity/gas/water etc., per month?

How much do you pay for your internet and phone subscription?

How much do you pay for your lunch pack on weekdays?

How much do you pay for an espresso coffee?

How much do you pay for a cinema ticket?

How much does a gym membership cost in Guatemala?

Thank you for sharing your experience.

Priscilla

geekscum Active member

Member since 30 January 2018

geekscumActive member01 February 2018 23:47:44

My home is in a small town not on the tourist circuit, I don't live there full time but do spend a couple of months a year there. Here is a sample of my costs:

Electricity: Q250 per month (electric hot water, electric heater (only used occasionally) and Lighting (used a lot since I like a bright house).

Water: Q120 per year

Property taxes: Q300 per year

Full-time housekeeper: going rate is Q30 per day but I pay Q300 per week because it's a friend.

Food: If I'm having people over a lot, around Q1,400 a week. If it's just me then about the same but for the whole month, which includes good coffee - one of my biggest expenses.

Rent in my little town is around Q200 a month for a room, more for a house, depending on the house.

Remember my house is in a small town off the beaten path.

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