Bogotá vs Quito — Cost of Living Comparison 2026
Which city is cheaper, safer, and better for remote workers? Here's the data.
NoodlePants Verdict — generated from live data
Bogotá edges out Quito on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 30.2 vs 32 (NYC=100; very affordable vs very affordable). Bogotá scores higher on safety (41/100), and Bogotá wins on internet at ~110 Mbps. Overall, Bogotá takes the Nomad Score crown with 66/100 — best for budget nomad and city lovers.
* Some figures are country averages — full city-level data coming soon.Pro members get neighbourhood-level breakdowns.
Metric
Bogotá
Quito
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$460
US$500
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$290
US$350
Cost of Living (NYC=100)
30
32
Safety Score
41/100
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Internet Speed
110 Mbps
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Nomad Score
66/100
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Healthcare Score
68/100
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