Guatemala City
Guatemala, North America
2.2M people
America/Guatemala
Spanish
City
Capital
Guatemala City
Guatemala City, officially known as Ciudad de Guatemala, is the capital and most populous city of Guatemala. It's a vibrant city with a rich history, colonial architecture, and a bustling modern center.
Central America
Safety
40
Security
Unsafe
Cost
60
Living costs
Moderate
Healthcare
55
Medical
Average
25°
L: 15°
Best time to visitNovember
Annual rainfall
1500mmCost of Living
60
Overall Cost
Moderate
45
Rent Index
Affordable
50
Groceries
Moderate
55
Restaurants
Moderate
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$400
City center
3 Bedroom
$800
City center
Cost vs Global Average10% higher
Quality of LifeMedium expat community
60
Overall Quality Score
Good quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
60
Good
Average60
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
75
Excellent
Good75
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
65
Very Good
Good65
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
40
Fair
Poor40
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
60
Good
Average60
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 80/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 75/100
Entertainment
65/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$1K
Annual Salary
SPEED
20
Mbps Internet
SPACES
20
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
55
out of 100
Average55
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
45
out of 100
Poor45
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
60
out of 100
Average60
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
45h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
55
Fair
Average55
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
40
Low Cost
Average40
System Overview
System Type
Public and Private
Emergency Number
112
Hospital Density
20
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
72
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent85
Developing health systems
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyBelow Average
Score: 40/100
Crime Rate IndexHigh
Index: 60/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability50/100
Emergency
112
Disaster Risk
Medium
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
55
Health Index
LIFESPAN
72
Years
HOSPITALS
20
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
50
Fair
Average50
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
40
Fair
Poor40
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
30
Fair
Bad30
Air Quality Index
Clean air
50
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$20
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.20
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$1.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
50
Fair
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
40
Fair
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
30
Fair
Nearby Airports
La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
50
Fair
Average50
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
40
Fair
Poor40
Traffic Congestion
High
70 Index
Good70
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$20
per month
Fuel
$1.2
per liter
Taxi
$1.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
10
Schools
MONTHLY
$200
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
55
Fair
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
60
Good
Major Universities
Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala
Higher education institution
Universidad Rafael Landívar
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Good
75
Good75
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
80
Excellent80
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
75
Good75
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
65
Good65
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
60
Average60
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Low
40
Poor40
Language Barrier
High
70
Good70
Expat Community
Community Size
Medium
Integration Score
60
Average60
Digital Nomad Guide
20 Mbps
Internet Speed
20
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure60/100
Visa Process50/100
Banking & Finance60/100
Avg Salary
$500
Work Hours/Week
45h
Internet Cost
$30/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom60/100
Expat Life & Integration
Medium Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease60/100
Language BarrierModerate Barrier
Score: 70/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency40/100
Cultural Diversity80/100
Official Languages
Spanish
Tipping Culture
10%
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Practical Information
Time Zone
America/Guatemala
Languages
Spanish
Emergency
112
Healthcare System
Public and Private
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
10%
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Best Time to Visit
November
December
March
Natural Disaster Risk
Medium
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality
Key Statistics
2.2M
Population
60
Cost Index
20 Mbps
Internet
$0.4K
1BR Rent
50
Transport
$1K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
—
🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala
Nearby location
Universidad Rafael Landívar
Nearby location
Airports
La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
Nearby location
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