Is the cost of living in El Zonte high?
We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in El Zonte, they wrote...
"The cost of living in El Zonte is relatively low compared to many Western countries. Rent for a one-bedroom apartment in the city center is affordable, while outside the city center, it is even cheaper. The cost of utilities such as electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage is also quite low. Groceries are inexpensive, with local markets offering fresh produce, meat, and other goods at reasonable prices. Eating out at restaurants is also quite affordable, with a meal at an inexpensive restaurant costing very little. A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant is also reasonably priced. Public transportation in El Zonte is very cheap, making it an affordable option for getting around. Gasoline, if you have a car, is also relatively inexpensive. Healthcare is also affordable in El Zonte, with a private doctor’s visit costing a fraction of what it would in many Western countries. However, it's important to note that while the cost of living is low, so are local wages. Therefore, what might seem cheap to a foreigner might not be the case for locals," remarked another expat who made the move to El Zonte, El Salvador.
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Is the cost of living in El Zonte high?
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