Salinas, Ecuador 🇪🇨
Nomad Score:
63%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$350.75
$750.50
$45.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$55.25
$110.80
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$30.60
$60.90
$2.10
|
Per day for mobile data |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$150.45
$300.85
$12.50
|
Per day |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$40.35
$100.75
$5.50
|
Per day for local transport |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$75.90
$200.40
$20.30
|
Per day for meals |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$40.25
$120.70
$15.40
|
Per day for activities |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$50.00
$150.00
$12.00
|
Per day for travel insurance |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$10.00
$35.00
$1.50
|
Per day for visa fees |
| Total |
$803.55
$1,829.90
$114.30
|
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)
$450.75
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
💻 Coworking Space
$120.50
Rates can vary depending on location and amenities.
per month
☕ Coffee
$2.15
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$1.75
Prices in tourist areas may be higher.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$4.50
Local restaurants offer competitive pricing.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$6.80
Includes a burger, fries, and a drink.
per meal
🍎 Apples
$1.30
Prices may fluctuate slightly with the season.
per kg
🍞 Bread
$1.10
Local bakeries may offer fresh loaves at lower prices.
per loaf
🥛 Milk
$1.05
Price for regular full cream milk.
per liter
🍚 Rice
$0.90
White rice, staple in most local diets.
per kg
🥩 Chicken Fillets
$3.75
Boneless, skinless fillets.
per kg
🍖 Beef
$5.60
Standard cut beef, varies by type and cut.
per kg
🥂 Wine (Mid-range)
$9.50
Imported wines may be more expensive.
per bottle
🚕 Taxi Start
$1.50
Initial fare, additional costs per km apply.
per trip
🚕 Taxi per km
$0.50
Rates may increase during late hours.
per km
🚌 Monthly Transport Pass
$22.00
Includes unlimited access to local buses.
per month
🚘 Gasoline
$1.75
Price per liter of regular gasoline.
per liter
🧴 Mobile Plan
$15.25
Includes basic data and call package.
per month
💻 Internet (60 Mbps+)
$35.40
Faster speeds may be available at higher rates.
per month
🏋️ Gym Membership
$30.00
Access to all facilities during operating hours.
per month
🎾 Tennis Court (Weekend)
$10.00
Per hour rate, varies if booked in advance.
per hour
🎟️ Cinema Ticket
$5.50
Prices may be higher for 3D or special screenings.
per ticket
👖 Jeans
$32.75
Brand and store location affect pricing.
per pair
👗 Summer Dress
$28.50
Local boutiques may offer unique designs.
per dress
👟 Running Shoes
$65.90
Price for branded athletic footwear.
per pair