Bolivia
Cochabamba
#2 Top 5 cities
Cochabamba is very strong for comfortable long-term living thanks to its mild climate and good value, though its international economy is smaller than Santa Cruz's.
Country overview
Population
841Β 276
Year-round temperatures
Day: 23°C aΕΎ 28°C
Night: 5°C aΕΎ 13°C
Climate
A mild highland valley with very comfortable temperatures for most of the year.
Distance to the sea
1450 km
Social atmosphere
7/10
Costs
Housing cost
8/10
Food cost
8/10
Business friendliness
6/10
Safety
5/10
Petty theft, robbery, transport risks and sudden demonstrations or roadblocks require elevated routine caution, especially at night.
Natural disaster resilience
4/10
The valley faces seasonal flooding, landslides, drought, wildfire smoke and road closures, although exposure is lower than in the eastern lowlands.
Other scores
Other scores
Internet availability
7/10
Internet speed
6/10
Internet stability
6/10
Electricity stability
7/10
Community types
Largest nationality groups
- πͺπΈSpanish
- πΊπΈAmericans
- π©πͺGermans
- π΅πΉPortuguese
Pros / Cons
Pros
- +Lower living costs
- +Pleasant atmosphere
- +Cafe culture
- +Good for long-term stay
Cons
- βSmaller job market
- βSmaller expat scene
- βLocal traffic pressure