Cost of Living in Quito, Ecuador
Quito is a city in Ecuador, where a single person can expect to spend about $871 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $483 per month, or $336 outside the centre. Internet is solid at around 144 Mbps median download speed, and Ecuador offers a digital nomad visa. On safety, Quito scores 38/100 — below average on safety for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 61°F and winter highs around 65°F, with roughly 227 sunny days a year.
Quito Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Quito
How Quito Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Quito is cheaper than 80% of them, but sits in the bottom 15% for safety.
| Metric | Quito | World rank | Rank in Latin America & Caribbean |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $871 | #67 of 340 | #25 of 63 |
| Safety | 38/100 | #291 of 340 | #42 of 63 |
| Healthcare | 70/100 | #155 of 340 | #6 of 63 |
| Internet speed | 144 Mbps | #194 of 340 | #20 of 63 |
| Walkability | 55/100 | #166 of 340 | #24 of 63 |
| Public transit | 40/100 | #157 of 340 | #17 of 63 |
| Food scene | 65/100 | #263 of 340 | #42 of 63 |
| Air quality | 88/100 | #76 of 340 | #5 of 63 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Quito
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Quito.
- Bariloche, Argentina — $720/mo, 17% cheaper, safety 65/100
- Cuenca, Ecuador — $649/mo, 25% cheaper, safety 55/100
- Mendoza, Argentina — $680/mo, 22% cheaper, safety 52/100
- Arequipa, Peru — $700/mo, 20% cheaper, safety 55/100
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Quito FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Quito?
A single person should budget around $871 per month in Quito, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
How much is rent in Quito?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Quito averages $483 per month, dropping to about $336 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $825.
Is Quito safe?
Quito scores 38/100 on safety, which is below average on safety. Tourist safety is rated 45/100.
How fast is the internet in Quito?
Median download speeds in Quito are around 144 Mbps — solid for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 15 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Ecuador offer a digital nomad visa?
Yes — Ecuador offers a digital nomad visa. US passport holders can typically stay 90 days visa-free before applying.
What is the weather like in Quito?
Quito sees summer highs around 61°F and winter highs near 65°F, with about 227 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 162 days.
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