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Cost of living in Medellín for remote workers

The city of eternal spring: mild weather all year, low costs and a strong nomad scene.

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Monthly budget

$1,270/month
  • 🏠 Rent (1BR, central)$750
  • 🍜 Food & groceries$350
  • 💻 Coworking$130
  • 🚇 Transport$40

Estimate for one person living comfortably, not luxury. Updated 2026-09.

Quick facts

Country
🇨🇴 Colombia
Your visa
Internet
📶 ~150 Mbps (fixed broadband median)
Local time
Work overlap
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Language
Spanish
Vibe
city affordable spring-weather

Best months to be in Medellín

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Stay longer with Colombia's Digital Nomad Visa (V)

3x Colombia's minimum wage (roughly $1,000/month) · Up to 2 years

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