Town in Sacatepéquez, Guatemala
Cost of living in Antigua Guatemala
How much a month costs in Antigua Guatemala
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,180–1,830 (Q9,000–14,000).
Prices in Antigua Guatemala
Typical 2026 ranges in GTQ, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | GTQ | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | Q3,000–6,000 | $393–786 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | Q1,800–3,500 | $236–458 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | Q70–140 | $9.2–18.3 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | Q350–750 | $46–98 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | Q30–50 | $3.9–6.5 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | Q90–180 | $12–24 |
| Cappuccino | Q20–35 | $2.6–4.6 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | Q20–35 | $2.6–4.6 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | Q3–5 | $0.39–0.65 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | Q20–40 | $2.6–5.2 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | Q250–500 | $33–65 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | Q100–200 | $13–26 |
Value for money: 59/100
A value score of 59/100 means Antigua Guatemala gives more quality of life per dollar than 58% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 59/100. It's the 6th most affordable of 7 places we cover in Guatemala.
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Cost of living across Guatemala
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
| Place | Comfortable month | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Semuc Champey | $458–720 | 95/100 |
| San Pedro La Laguna | $851–1,240 | 75/100 |
| Quetzaltenango | $917–1,370 | 65/100 |
| Flores | $917–1,440 | 72/100 |
| Lake Atitlán | $1,050–1,570 | 59/100 |
| Antigua Guatemala | $1,180–1,830 | 59/100 |
| Guatemala City | $1,310–2,090 | 42/100 |
Cheaper alternatives to Antigua Guatemala
Similar safety, lower cost, in Mexico & Central America.
| Place | Country | Comfortable month |
|---|---|---|
| Ometepe | Nicaragua | $679–1,140 |
| León | Nicaragua | $679–1,140 |
| Guanajuato | Mexico | $988–1,540 |
| Granada | Nicaragua | $815–1,360 |
| Utila | Honduras | $894–1,420 |
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Antigua Guatemala?
About $655–917 on a lean budget, $1,180–1,830 for a comfortable month and $2,360–3,930 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Antigua Guatemala?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs Q3,000–6,000 ($393–786) a month in the center and Q1,800–3,500 ($236–458) outside it.
How much does food cost in Antigua Guatemala?
A local meal is Q30–50 ($3.9–6.5); a mid-range restaurant is Q90–180 ($12–24) per person.
Is Guatemala expensive?
Prices in Guatemala are about 43% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- INGUAT, Guatemala Tourism Board
- Tigo Guatemala
- Herrera Llerandi Hospital
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.