Guayaquil, Ecuador
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)

$831

Retiree Score

70.0

Safety Index

37.5

Healthcare

148 facilities

With a population of over 2.2 million, Guayaquil is Ecuador's largest and most bustling city, but not without its challenges. The port city serves as the country's economic heart, handling 70% of private exports and 83% of imports. However, the tropical climate brings heavy rainfall and flooding during El Niño years, while bureaucracy remains a persistent headache. Guayaquil is a vibrant hub for business and tourism, but not for the faint of heart.

Can I afford Guayaquil?

Total Monthly Household Income (After Tax):

Lifestyle: comfortable

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You could save

$2090 / month

Savings Rate70%

Rent $388

Living Costs $522

Safety

148

Healthcare

100

Walkability

Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L)$1

Bread (loaf)—

Eggs (12)$2

Rice (1kg)$1

Chicken (1kg)—

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive)$4

Meal (Mid-range)$124

Cappuccino$3

Water (0.33L)$1

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo)$129

Mobile Plan (mo)$15

Gym (mo)$43

Cinema Ticket$8

Housing

1BR Center (mo)$388

1BR Outside (mo)—

3BR Center (mo)$730

3BR Outside (mo)—

Expat Life

English Proficiency

—

Expat Community

—

Top Neighborhoods

—

Elevation

Nearest Airport

GYE (4km)

Local Economy

Avg Monthly Salary

$579

Mortgage Interest Rate

10.05%

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet

—

Temperature

—

Annual Rainfall

1559 mm

Coworking Spaces

—

Best Months to Visit

May, Jun, Jul, Aug