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Soledad, Colombia

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$750
Retiree Score
44.0
Safety Index
48.0
Healthcare
5 facilities

This Colombian city is hardly a paradise. With a population of over 676,000, Soledad is the 6th most populous municipality in the country and the 3rd largest in the Caribbean region. The rapid growth, up from just 455,000 residents in 2005, has created a persistent bureaucratic headache for locals. And while the city's location at 10°55'N and 74°46'W provides access to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport, the climate details are conspicuously absent from the source material. For those seeking an affordable, well-connected hub on the Caribbean coast, Soledad may fit the bill. But the breakneck expansion and lack of infrastructure details suggest this is no tropical idyll.

Can I afford Soledad?

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Soledad

You could save

2,250/mo

Savings Rate75%

Monthly Costs

Rent $300
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$450

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
75/100
Retiree Score
(i)
44/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Colombia Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
48
Safety
5
Healthcare
100
Walkability
5
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $1
Bread (loaf) *$1
Eggs (12) $2
Rice (1kg) *$1
Chicken (1kg) *$6

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$7
Meal (Mid-range) $140
Cappuccino $2
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $158
Mobile Plan (mo) $12
Gym (mo) *$16
Cinema Ticket $3

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $300
1BR Outside (mo) *$344
3BR Center (mo) $550
3BR Outside (mo) *$630

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Limited
Expat Community
None
Top Neighborhoods
None
Best For
none

Expat Life Notes

A dense industrial suburb of Barranquilla with no expat infrastructure.

Pros

  • ✓ Affordable local life

Cons

  • ✗ Significant security concerns
  • ✗ Noise pollution
  • ✗ No expat social scene

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
—
Temperature
23°C°C - 32°C°C
Annual Rainfall
1129 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Soledad

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Soledad has a population of approximately 676,014 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $750 per month in Soledad, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $300/month.

The nearest airport to Soledad is BAQ, approximately 5km away.

Soledad is considered moderate in terms of safety, with a safety index of 48.0. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

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