Region in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala
Cost of living in Semuc Champey
How much a month costs in Semuc Champey
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $458–720 (Q3,500–5,500).
Prices in Semuc Champey
Typical 2026 ranges in GTQ, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | GTQ | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | Q60–120 | $7.9–15.7 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | Q200–450 | $26–59 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | Q25–45 | $3.3–5.9 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | Q60–110 | $7.9–14.4 |
| Cappuccino | Q12–22 | $1.6–2.9 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | Q15–25 | $2.0–3.3 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | Q10–50 | $1.3–6.5 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | Q30–60 | $3.9–7.9 |
| Work and life | ||
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | Q100–200 | $13–26 |
Value for money: 95/100
A value score of 95/100 means Semuc Champey gives more quality of life per dollar than 94% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 49/100. It's the 1st 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 |
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Semuc Champey?
About $236–393 on a lean budget, $458–720 for a comfortable month and $851–1,310 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much does food cost in Semuc Champey?
A local meal is Q25–45 ($3.3–5.9); a mid-range restaurant is Q60–110 ($7.9–14.4) 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
- CONAP protected areas
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 Spotted something out of date?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.