Bolivia · La Paz

Cost of Living in La Paz, Bolivia for Expats (2026)

Key Takeaway

Detailed 2026 cost of living in La Paz, Bolivia: rent, groceries, transport, utilities, healthcare. Monthly budgets for singles (€670) and families (€1,600).

Updated 2026-03-12 · Currency: BOB · Confidence: 60/100

Planning to move to La Paz? Here is a complete breakdown of the cost of living for expats in La Paz, Bolivia as of 2026. All figures are in EUR for easy cross-country comparison.

Monthly Cost Snapshot

1BR Rent (Centre)
€250/mo
1BR Rent (Outside)
€180/mo
Groceries (Single)
€160/mo
Transport Pass
€20/mo
Utilities (85m²)
€70/mo
Internet
€30/mo
Health Insurance
€40/mo
Entertainment & Dining
€150/mo

Full Cost Breakdown

La Paz — Full Breakdown
1BR Apartment (Centre)€250/mo
1BR Apartment (Outside)€180/mo
3BR Apartment (Centre)€500/mo
3BR Apartment (Outside)€380/mo
Groceries (Single)€160/mo
Monthly Transport Pass€20/mo
Utilities (85m² Flat)€70/mo
Internet€30/mo
Health Insurance (Single)€40/mo
Entertainment & Dining€150/mo
Total Single (Centre)€670/mo
Total Single (Outside)€600/mo
Total Family of 4 (Centre)€1,600/mo
Total Family of 4 (Outside)€1,480/mo
Student Budget€450/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to live in La Paz in 2026?

A single expat living in central La Paz should budget approximately €670 per month, covering rent, groceries, transport, utilities, healthcare, and entertainment. A family of four needs around €1,600/month.

How much is rent in La Paz for expats?

A 1-bedroom apartment in La Paz city centre costs around €250/month. Outside the centre, expect to pay approximately €180/month. A 3-bedroom apartment in the centre is around €500/month.

Is La Paz expensive compared to other cities in Bolivia?

La Paz has a cost index of 100% relative to the capital. La Paz is the only city we currently track in Bolivia.

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Data sourced from numbeo;expatistan. Last verified 2026-03-11.