How much money do I need to live in Paraguay?

This is tight but doable:

• **Rent**: $300-400 (small apartment outside prime areas)
• **Utilities**: $50-80
• **Food**: $200-300 (cooking at home, local markets)
• **Transport**: $50-100 (buses, occasional Bolt)
• **Phone/Internet**: $40-50
• **Healthcare**: $50-100 (basic coverage)
• **Misc**: $100-200

This budget means:

• Living in Lambaré or San Lorenzo, not Villa Morra
• Cooking most meals
• Limited dining out
• Local lifestyle, minimal luxuries

Most expats land here:

• **Rent**: $500-800 (nice 1-2BR in good area)
• **Utilities**: $80-120
• **Food**: $300-500 (mix of cooking and restaurants)
• **Transport**: $100-200 (Bolt rides, occasional car rental)
• **Phone/Internet**: $50-70
• **Healthcare**: $100-200 (good private insurance)
• **Gym/Activities**: $50-100
• **Entertainment**: $100-200
• **Misc**: $150-300

This budget allows:

• Living in Villa Morra, Recoleta, or Carmelitas
• Regular restaurant meals
• Comfortable apartment with AC
• Active social life
• Occasional travel within Paraguay

High-end expat lifestyle:

• **Rent**: $1,200-2,000 (luxury apartment or house)
• **Utilities**: $150-250
• **Food**: $600-1,000 (frequent dining, imported goods)
• **Car**: $300-500 (including fuel, insurance)
• **Healthcare**: $300-500 (premium coverage)
• **Domestic Help**: $200-400 (cleaning, cooking)
• **Entertainment**: $300-500
• **Travel**: $200-400
• **Misc**: $250-500

This includes:

• Best neighborhoods, modern buildings
• Own vehicle
• Domestic employees
• Country club membership
• Imported products and premium services

Budget $3,000-5,000 for initial setup:

• Security deposit (1-2 months rent)
• Furniture (if unfurnished)
• Kitchen supplies
• Electronics
• Residency fees ($1,500-2,500)

Paraguay typically costs 50-70% less than US cities:

• Rent is 50-60% cheaper
• Restaurants are 40-50% cheaper
• Healthcare is 60-80% cheaper
• Groceries are 30-40% cheaper

- Imported goods (electronics, cars) cost similar to US

• Quality housing exists but search takes time
• Lifestyle inflation is real - budget accordingly
• Having a buffer for emergencies is essential