- Cost of Living
- Colombia
- Poland
- Medellín
- Łódź
- Comparison
Cost of living in Medellín, Colombia compared to Łódź, Poland
Currency:
| Food | + 10% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Medellín (Colombia) is 10% more expensive than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | COL$13,383 (16 zł) | 20 zł | - 19% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | COL$15,663 (19 zł) | 17 zł | + 11% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | COL$7,062 (9 zł) | 8 zł | + 11% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | COL$2,354 (2.85 zł) | 2.62 zł | + 9% | |
| 12 eggs, large | COL$5,144 (6 zł) | 6 zł | - 0% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | COL$2,892 (3.50 zł) | 5.56 zł | - 37% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | COL$6,277 (8 zł) | 10 zł | - 26% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | COL$4,145 (5.02 zł) | 2.94 zł | + 71% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | COL$2,665 (3.23 zł) | 1.99 zł | + 62% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | COL$2,873 (3.48 zł) | 2.81 zł | + 24% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | COL$39,117 (47 zł) | 20 zł | + 137% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | COL$4,484 (5.43 zł) | 5.16 zł | + 5% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | COL$2,304 (2.79 zł) | 2.06 zł | + 35% | |
| Housing | + 26% | |||
| Housing in Medellín (Colombia) is 26% more expensive than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | COL$2,397,500 (2,902 zł) | 2,325 zł | + 25% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | COL$1,636,270 (1,980 zł) | 1,671 zł | + 18% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | COL$241,330 (292 zł) | 519 zł | - 44% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | COL$1,833,640 (2,219 zł) | 1,175 zł | + 89% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | COL$1,083,730 (1,312 zł) | 844 zł | + 55% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | COL$186,155 (225 zł) | 275 zł | - 18% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | COL$74,973 (91 zł) | 47 zł | + 93% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | COL$1,283,130 (1,553 zł) | 1,789 zł | - 13% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | COL$281,713 (341 zł) | 419 zł | - 19% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | COL$24,825 (30 zł) | 20 zł | + 49% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | COL$7,981 (10 zł) | 16 zł | - 38% | |
| Clothes | + 8% | |||
| Clothes in Medellín (Colombia) is 8% more expensive than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | COL$170,980 (207 zł) | 275 zł | - 25% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | COL$114,960 (139 zł) | 113 zł | + 24% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | COL$254,140 (308 zł) | 282 zł | + 9% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | COL$282,316 (342 zł) | 297 zł | + 15% | |
| Transportation | + 21% | |||
| Transportation in Medellín (Colombia) is 21% more expensive than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | COL$55,278,500 (66,901 zł) | 65,000 zł | + 3% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | COL$2,414 (2.92 zł) | 5.23 zł | - 44% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | COL$119,922 (145 zł) | 75 zł | + 94% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | COL$24,902 (30 zł) | 26 zł | + 16% | |
| Personal Care | + 23% | |||
| Personal Care in Medellín (Colombia) is 23% more expensive than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | COL$18,450 (22 zł) | 14 zł | + 63% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | COL$13,061 (16 zł) | 26 zł | - 39% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | COL$88,132 (107 zł) | 103 zł | + 4% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | COL$18,321 (22 zł) | 16 zł | + 35% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | COL$13,722 (17 zł) | 12 zł | + 43% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | COL$12,929 (16 zł) | 11 zł | + 39% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | COL$6,357 (8 zł) | 4.65 zł | + 65% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | COL$4,830 (5.85 zł) | 7 zł | - 14% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | COL$23,071 (28 zł) | 30 zł | - 7% | |
| Entertainment | - 5% | |||
| Entertainment in Medellín (Colombia) is 5% cheaper than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | COL$47,149 (57 zł) | 63 zł | - 9% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | COL$22,627 (27 zł) | 44 zł | - 38% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | COL$146,645 (177 zł) | 126 zł | + 40% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | COL$87,034 (105 zł) | 90 zł | + 17% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | COL$14,166 (17 zł) | 16 zł | + 8% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | COL$6,384 (8 zł) | 6 zł | + 20% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | COL$5,553 (7 zł) | 6.00 zł | + 12% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | COL$1,556,390 (1,884 zł) | 2,040 zł | - 8% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | COL$230 (0.28 zł) | 0.29 zł | - 4% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | COL$85,281 (103 zł) | 108 zł | - 5% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | COL$5,318 (6 zł) | 13 zł | - 50% | |
| TOTAL | + 15% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 1,035 prices entered by 118 different people.
These prices were last updated on October 17, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Medellín (Colombia) is 15% more expensive than in Łódź (Poland)
For example, you would need at least 7,606 zł
(COL$6,284,269)
in Medellín
to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with
6,600 zł
in Łódź.
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