- Cost of Living
- Colombia
- Poland
- Medellín
- Łódź
- Comparison
Cost of living in Medellín, Colombia compared to Łódź, Poland
Currency:
| Food | + 13% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Medellín (Colombia) is 13% more expensive than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | COL$13,649 (17 zł) | 20 zł | - 13% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | COL$15,466 (20 zł) | 17 zł | + 16% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | COL$8,165 (10 zł) | 8 zł | + 23% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | COL$2,309 (2.95 zł) | 2.49 zł | + 18% | |
| 12 eggs, large | COL$4,984 (6 zł) | 6 zł | + 2% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | COL$2,967 (3.79 zł) | 5.07 zł | - 25% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | COL$6,460 (8 zł) | 17 zł | - 53% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | COL$4,162 (5.31 zł) | 2.80 zł | + 90% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | COL$2,498 (3.19 zł) | 2.51 zł | + 27% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | COL$2,769 (3.53 zł) | 2.81 zł | + 26% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | COL$37,885 (48 zł) | 20 zł | + 142% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | COL$4,362 (5.57 zł) | 5.29 zł | + 5% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | COL$2,194 (2.80 zł) | 2.05 zł | + 37% | |
| Housing | + 33% | |||
| Housing in Medellín (Colombia) is 33% more expensive than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | COL$2,327,660 (2,971 zł) | 2,325 zł | + 28% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | COL$1,577,910 (2,014 zł) | 1,671 zł | + 20% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | COL$257,730 (329 zł) | 519 zł | - 37% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | COL$1,833,640 (2,340 zł) | 1,175 zł | + 99% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | COL$1,083,730 (1,383 zł) | 844 zł | + 64% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | COL$235,542 (301 zł) | 275 zł | + 9% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | COL$74,538 (95 zł) | 47 zł | + 102% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | COL$1,222,160 (1,560 zł) | 1,789 zł | - 13% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | COL$277,512 (354 zł) | 419 zł | - 15% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | COL$24,825 (32 zł) | 20 zł | + 58% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | COL$8,242 (11 zł) | 16 zł | - 32% | |
| Clothes | + 11% | |||
| Clothes in Medellín (Colombia) is 11% more expensive than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | COL$156,272 (199 zł) | 275 zł | - 27% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | COL$113,719 (145 zł) | 113 zł | + 29% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | COL$253,018 (323 zł) | 277 zł | + 16% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | COL$265,574 (339 zł) | 303 zł | + 12% | |
| Transportation | + 20% | |||
| Transportation in Medellín (Colombia) is 20% more expensive than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | COL$58,094,100 (74,139 zł) | 65,000 zł | + 14% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | COL$2,386 (3.05 zł) | 5.26 zł | - 42% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | COL$106,338 (136 zł) | 75 zł | + 81% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | COL$22,671 (29 zł) | 26 zł | + 11% | |
| Personal Care | + 28% | |||
| Personal Care in Medellín (Colombia) is 28% more expensive than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | COL$18,450 (24 zł) | 14 zł | + 72% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | COL$13,061 (17 zł) | 26 zł | - 36% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | COL$95,782 (122 zł) | 100 zł | + 22% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | COL$17,529 (22 zł) | 16 zł | + 36% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | COL$12,047 (15 zł) | 12 zł | + 32% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | COL$13,262 (17 zł) | 11 zł | + 50% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | COL$6,790 (9 zł) | 4.65 zł | + 86% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | COL$3,380 (4.31 zł) | 7 zł | - 36% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | COL$18,431 (24 zł) | 28 zł | - 16% | |
| Entertainment | - 2% | |||
| Entertainment in Medellín (Colombia) is 2% cheaper than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | COL$47,914 (61 zł) | 63 zł | - 2% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | COL$25,147 (32 zł) | 44 zł | - 27% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | COL$106,356 (136 zł) | 115 zł | + 18% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | COL$79,888 (102 zł) | 90 zł | + 13% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | COL$14,166 (18 zł) | 16 zł | + 14% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | COL$6,384 (8 zł) | 6 zł | + 26% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | COL$5,238 (7 zł) | 6.00 zł | + 11% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | COL$1,556,390 (1,986 zł) | 2,100 zł | - 5% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | COL$196 (0.25 zł) | 0.29 zł | - 14% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | COL$92,137 (118 zł) | 108 zł | + 9% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | COL$4,928 (6 zł) | 13 zł | - 51% | |
| TOTAL | + 18% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 1,103 prices entered by 130 different people.
These prices were last updated on June 17, 2018.
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