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Bolivia is South America's Cheapest Country to Live in July 2026
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Bolivia is South America's Cheapest Country to Live in July 2026

From La Nación · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Bolivia is the most affordable country in South America for living costs in July 2026, according to Numbeo data.
  • When considering only rent, Venezuela becomes the cheapest country, while Paraguay leads in grocery prices.
  • The data compares costs relative to New York City, with lower indices indicating greater affordability.

Bolivia stands out as South America's most economical destination for cost of living in July 2026, based on Numbeo's comparative data. The platform, which uses New York City as a benchmark with an index of 100, reveals Bolivia's overall cost of living index at 27.3, meaning it is significantly cheaper than the U.S. city.

While Bolivia leads in overall living expenses, the rankings shift when specific costs are isolated. Venezuela emerges as the cheapest country for rental prices, with an index of 7.1. However, when it comes to grocery shopping, Paraguay takes the lead as the most affordable, boasting a supermarket index of 27.9.

Other countries showing high affordability in overall living costs include Paraguay (28.5), Brazil (30.1), Ecuador (30.9), and Colombia (31.7). Conversely, Uruguay (55.6) and Guyana (50.4) present the highest living costs in the region. The analysis highlights the diverse economic landscape within South America, offering varied options for individuals considering relocation.

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Originally published by La Nación in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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