Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala

Cost of Living in Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala

Quick answer: As of 2026, living in Antigua Guatemala costs approximately $849 per month for one person, with city-centre one-bedroom rent averaging $874. Actual costs vary with lifestyle, neighborhood, and exchange rates.

Antigua Guatemala is a city in Guatemala, where a single person can expect to spend about $849 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $874 per month, or $559 outside the centre. Internet is workable at around 62 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Antigua Guatemala scores 52/100 — moderately safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 78°F and winter highs around 75°F, with roughly 260 sunny days a year.

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Monthly Cost$849≈ $28/day
1BR Rent (Centre)$874
Internet62 Mbps
Safety52/100
Avg Temp77°F

Antigua Guatemala Cost of Living Breakdown

🍽️ Dining

Inexpensive Restaurant$5.86
Mid-Range Restaurant (2 People)$53.39
McDonald's Combo Meal$6.48
Cappuccino$3.38
Domestic Beer (Restaurant)$3.26
Bottled Water (Restaurant)$0.89

🛒 Groceries

Milk (1 Liter)$2.09
Bread (1 lb Loaf)$2.81
Eggs (12)$2.39
Chicken Fillets (1 lb)$3.87
Apples (1 lb)$1.84
Bananas (1 lb)$0.80
Tomatoes (1 lb)$0.73
Potatoes (1 lb)$0.85
Water (1.5L Bottle)$1.11
Wine (Mid-Range Bottle)$8.12
Cigarettes (Marlboro)$3.91

🚌 Transportation

One-Way Ticket$2
Monthly Transit Pass$4.62
Taxi Start$4.62
Taxi (1 Mile)$10.42
Gasoline (1 Liter)$1.02
VW Golf (New)$22,454.43

⚡ Utilities & Tech

Basic Utilities (Monthly)$62.72
Mobile Phone Plan$30.67
Broadband Internet$46.36

🎬 Lifestyle

Gym Membership (Monthly)$50.67
Cinema Ticket$6.51
Preschool (Monthly)$338.54
Intl. Primary School (Annual)$6,649.31

👔 Clothing

Jeans (Levi's 501)$44.13
Nike Running Shoes$91.87

🏠 Housing

Rent 1BR (City Centre)$873.63
Rent 1BR (Outside Centre)$559.40
Rent 3BR (City Centre)$2,007.24
Rent 3BR (Outside Centre)$1,282.48
Buy Price/sqft (Centre)$279.72
Buy Price/sqft (Outside)$111.89

📊 Summary

Avg Monthly Net Salary$542.54
Mortgage Interest Rate11.62%

Cost data sourced from Numbeo.

Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Antigua Guatemala

Internet62 Mbps
Safety52/100
Healthcare38/100
Public Transit20/100
Walkability72/100
Nightlife35/100
Food Scene55/100
Fine Dining0/100
Coffee Culture55/100
Air Quality75/100
Green Spaces45/100
Culture75/100
Beaches10/100
Hiking70/100
Surfing0/100
Coworking Spaces25
US Visa-Free90 days

Antigua Guatemala FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Antigua Guatemala?

A single person should budget around $849 per month in Antigua Guatemala, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.

How much is rent in Antigua Guatemala?

A one-bedroom apartment in central Antigua Guatemala averages $874 per month, dropping to about $559 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $2,007.

Is Antigua Guatemala safe?

Antigua Guatemala scores 52/100 on safety, which is moderately safe. Tourist safety is rated 55/100.

How fast is the internet in Antigua Guatemala?

Median download speeds in Antigua Guatemala are around 62 Mbps — workable for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 25 coworking spaces in the city.

Does Guatemala offer a digital nomad visa?

Guatemala does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 90 days visa-free.

What is the weather like in Antigua Guatemala?

Antigua Guatemala sees summer highs around 78°F and winter highs near 75°F, with about 260 sunny days and 130 rainy days per year.

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