Prices and Cost of Living in Bolivia

Food and beverage prices in Bolivia

Popular food products found on store shelves in Bolivia include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 5.82 BOB (0.84 USD) for a kilo of onions to 44.51 BOB (6.44 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 7.41 BOB (1.07 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 7.54 BOB (1.09 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 9 BOB (1.3 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 20.17 BOB (2.92 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 6.74 BOB (0.97 USD). Dairy prices in Bolivia, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 6.54 BOB (0.95 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 38.7 BOB (5.6 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 27.67 BOB (4 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 10.78 BOB (1.56 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 7.02 BOB (1.02 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Bolivia vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 17.71 BOB (2.56 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 6.81 BOB (0.98 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 45 BOB (6.51 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 140 BOB (20.25 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 20 BOB (2.89 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Bolivia?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 2.8 BOB (0.4 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 215 BOB (31.09 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 10 BOB (1.45 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 12 BOB (1.74 USD).

Fuel prices in Bolivia

Average fuel prices in Bolivia are 3.74 BOB (0.54 USD) per liter of gasoline and 3.72 BOB (0.54 USD) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bolivia?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Bolivia varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 1547 BOB (224 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 1905 BOB (275 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 8871 BOB (1283 USD) per square meter.