Mindo, Ecuador 🇪🇨
#597
-0.052938, -78.77465
Nomad Score:
61%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$250.00
$600.00
$45.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$40.00
$100.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$20.00
$50.00
$3.00
|
Per day for mobile data |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$150.00
$400.00
$15.00
|
Per day for basic meals |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$30.00
$100.00
$10.00
|
Per day for local transport |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$50.00
$200.00
$20.00
|
Per day for dining |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$20.00
$150.00
$25.00
|
Per day for activities |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$30.00
$150.00
$0.00
|
Often not applicable for short stays |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
Typically covered before arrival |
| Total |
$590.00
$1,800.00
$118.00
|
Local Resident: Basic but comfortable lifestyle for a local salary. Cooking most meals at home with occasional local restaurants (2-3x/month). Local brands and services.
Digital Nomad: Western standard of living with imported goods/services. Regular dining out at mid-range to upscale restaurants (3-4x/week). Mix of local and imported products.
Tourist: Daily costs for comfortable short-term stays. Eating most meals at restaurants, using tourist-oriented services and accommodations.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$250.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
💻 Coworking Space
$90.00
Limited availability; prices can vary based on amenities.
per month
☕ Coffee
$2.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$3.20
Craft beers may cost more.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$5.50
Typical local eateries.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$6.80
International chains may charge more.
per meal
🍎 Apples
$1.80
Prices can fluctuate with the season.
per kg
🍞 Bread
$1.10
Local bakeries may offer fresher options.
per loaf
🥛 Milk
$1.25
Price for standard pasteurized milk.
per liter
🍚 Rice
$1.00
White rice, locally sourced.
per kg
🥩 Chicken Fillets
$4.50
Free-range options may be slightly higher.
per kg
🍖 Beef
$5.80
Prices vary with cuts.
per kg
🥂 Wine (Mid-range)
$12.00
Imported wines tend to be more expensive.
per bottle
🚕 Taxi Start
$1.00
Initial charge within town limits.
per trip
🚕 Taxi per km
$0.50
Rates may vary slightly with fuel prices.
per km
🚌 Monthly Transport Pass
$25.00
Covers local bus routes.
per month
🚘 Gasoline
$1.03
Prices can fluctuate with global oil markets.
per liter
🧴 Mobile Plan
$20.00
Includes basic data and calls.
per month
💻 Internet (60 Mbps+)
$40.00
Fiber connections may cost more.
per month
🏋️ Gym Membership
$30.00
Small, local gyms.
per month
🎾 Tennis Court (Weekend)
$8.00
Hourly rate, equipment rental not included.
per hour
🎟️ Cinema Ticket
$6.50
Prices may vary with movie type.
per ticket
👖 Jeans
$35.00
International brands in local stores.
per pair
👗 Summer Dress
$25.00
Locally made, boutique stores.
per dress
👟 Running Shoes
$50.00
Prices for international brands.
per pair