Lake Atitlán, Guatemala 🇬🇹
#786
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Nomad Score:
63%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$180.00
$650.00
$35.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in tourist-friendly areas |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$40.00
$75.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$15.00
$40.00
$3.00
|
Daily cost for prepaid SIM and occasional Wi-Fi |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$120.00
$300.00
$10.00
|
Daily cost assuming some self-catering |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$25.00
$60.00
$5.00
|
Daily cost for local shuttles and occasional taxis |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$40.00
$280.00
$20.00
|
Daily cost for meals at mid-range restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$15.00
$80.00
$12.00
|
Daily cost for tours, cultural events, and entertainment |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$20.00
$150.00
$5.00
|
Daily cost for short-term travel insurance |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$5.00
$30.00
$0.00
|
Monthly average cost for visa renewals and legal paperwork |
| Total |
$460.00
$1,665.00
$90.00
|
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. Lakeside and tourist-frequented areas tend to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$1.50
Specialty coffee shops charge more; local cafes and markets offer cheaper options.
per cup