La Paz
Bolivia
Updated on August 08, 2025
Overview
Administrative capital of Bolivia, located over 3,500 meters above sea level on the Andean plateau. It's a unique city due to its mountainous geography, rich indigenous culture and colonial architecture, being the country's most important political and economic center.
Average cost of living€713.00
Quality of Life60/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€150.00
1-bed flat (center)€280.00
1-bed flat (outside)€200.00
3-bed flat (center)€450.00
3-bed flat (outside)€350.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€45.00
Internet€25.00
Mobile plan€15.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€0.50
Monthly pass€8.00
Taxi start€1.50
Gasoline (1 l)€0.52
Leisure
Cinema ticket€4.00
Fitness club€25.00
Education
Preschool (month)€120.00
Intl. primary (year)€800.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€800.00
sqm outside center€550.00
Advantages
- ✓ Very affordable cost of living compared to other South American capitals
- ✓ Rich cultural heritage and authentic indigenous traditions
- ✓ Strategic location in the heart of South America
- ✓ Efficient and affordable public transportation
- ✓ Varied and accessible traditional cuisine
- ✓ Political and business center of Bolivia
Disadvantages
- × Extreme altitude may cause altitude sickness
- × Limited infrastructure in some areas
- × Cold and variable climate year-round
- × Limited international employment opportunities
- × Air quality affected by altitude and traffic
- × Limited specialized medical services