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Is the cost of living in Ecuador high?

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"There is a wide variety of housing available on the Coast. In my little stretch of beach, expats can purchase a home in a gated community starting at just $125K and going up to $285K for an amazing 3 bedroom home with a pool. Rentals are anywhere from $600 and up depending upon amenities. Taxis and food are inexpensive and good," said a member in Rio Chico, Ecuador.

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"The cost of living in Ecuador is relatively affordable compared to other countries. This is because the cost of living in Ecuador is significantly lower than that in many developed countries. However, depending on location, the cost of living can vary. Generally, larger cities such as Quito and Guayaquil tend to have higher costs of living than the rest of the country. For a nice 1 bedroom apartment in Ecuador, rental prices range from $450 - $750 per month. The rental price for a nice 2 bedroom apartment typically ranges from $650 to $1000 US Dollars. The cost of a dinner at a moderately priced restaurant would approximately cost around $8 - $15 US Dollars," remarked another expat who made the move to Ecuador.

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Joshua Wood Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.

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