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Cities/Santa Marta

Santa Marta

Colombia

Colombia's oldest city on the Caribbean coast, a laid-back beach town serving as a gateway to Tayrona National Park and the Lost City trek.

Population: 508K
Avg Income: $ 12K/yr
Avg. Temp: 28°C
Area: 2,393 km²
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21
Very Affordable

#197 of 250

58% below average

Est. Monthly Cost

$ 792

Based on NYC = 100 index


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Cost Breakdown

Monthly average costs by category

Housing

$ 366

per month

Food & Groceries

$ 62

per month

Restaurants

$ 177

per month

Transportation

$ 45

per month

Utilities

$ 69

per month

Entertainment

$ 41

per month

Healthcare

$ 11

per month

Clothing

$ 21

per month