City in Itapúa, Paraguay
Cost of living in Encarnación
How much a month costs in Encarnación
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,200–1,880 (₲7M–11M).
Prices in Encarnación
Typical 2026 ranges in PYG, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | PYG | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | ₲2M–4M | $343–685 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | ₲1.4M–2.8M | $240–480 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | ₲70,000–140,000 | $12–24 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | ₲250,000–550,000 | $43–94 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | ₲25,000–45,000 | $4.3–7.7 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | ₲60,000–120,000 | $10–21 |
| Cappuccino | ₲12,000–25,000 | $2.1–4.3 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | ₲15,000–28,000 | $2.6–4.8 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | ₲3,500–5,000 | $0.60–0.86 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | ₲20,000–40,000 | $3.4–6.9 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | ₲120,000–280,000 | $21–48 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | ₲50,000–120,000 | $9–21 |
Value for money: 63/100
A value score of 63/100 means Encarnación gives more quality of life per dollar than 62% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 65/100.
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Cost of living across Paraguay
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
| Place | Comfortable month | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Encarnación | $1,200–1,880 | 63/100 |
| Asunción | $1,370–2,230 | 45/100 |
Cheaper alternatives to Encarnación
Similar safety, lower cost, in South America.
| Place | Country | Comfortable month |
|---|---|---|
| Sucre | Bolivia | $457–706 |
| Uyuni | Bolivia | $499–831 |
| Huaraz | Peru | $697–1,100 |
| Huacachina | Peru | $726–1,160 |
| Salta | Argentina | $788–1,310 |
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Encarnación?
About $651–1,030 on a lean budget, $1,200–1,880 for a comfortable month and $2,400–4,110 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Encarnación?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs ₲2M–4M ($343–685) a month in the center and ₲1.4M–2.8M ($240–480) outside it.
How much does food cost in Encarnación?
A local meal is ₲25,000–45,000 ($4.3–7.7); a mid-range restaurant is ₲60,000–120,000 ($10–21) per person.
Is Paraguay expensive?
Prices in Paraguay are about 35% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Paraguay Tourism Secretariat (SENATUR)
- UNESCO: Jesuit Missions of La Santísima Trinidad de Paraná
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.