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Cali

Cali

Colombia

Updated on October 02, 2025

Overview

Capital of Valle del Cauca region, known as the 'City of Salsa' for its vibrant music and culinary culture. Features a warm climate, diversified economy, and proximity to natural landscapes like the Cauca River.

Average cost of living€617.60
Quality of Life55/100

Accommodation

Rent room (flat-share)€166.67
1-bed flat (center)€210.65
1-bed flat (outside)€166.67
3-bed flat (center)€541.84
3-bed flat (outside)€366.67

Buying House

sqm in city center€868.88
sqm outside center€697.69

Utilities

Basic utilities€37.04
Internet€13.89
Mobile plan€11.11

Transportation

One-way ticket€0.43
Monthly pass€11.11
Taxi start€0.74
Gasoline (1 l)€0.48

Leisure

Cinema ticket€2.78
Fitness club€18.52

Education

Preschool (month)€92.59
Intl. primary (year)€925.93

Demographics

Population 2,500,000
Metropolitan area population 3,500,000
Metropolitan area

Advantages

  • Internationally recognized music and festival culture
  • Dynamic economy with agro-industrial and commercial sectors
  • Stable tropical climate year-round

Disadvantages

  • × High insecurity rates in peripheral areas
  • × Severe traffic congestion during peak hours
  • × Pronounced socioeconomic inequality