Bolivia
Tarija
#5 Top 5 cities
Tarija is a pleasant and relatively comfortable city for a quieter life, but both the expat community and international services are limited.
Country overview
Population
159Â 269
Year-round temperatures
Day: 20°C až 29°C
Night: 6°C až 15°C
Climate
A mild valley climate with warm days and fairly cool nights.
Distance to the sea
980 km
Social atmosphere
5/10
Costs
Housing cost
8/10
Food cost
8/10
Business friendliness
4/10
Safety
6/10
Everyday conditions are comparatively calm, but petty theft, robbery, road risks and disruptive protests still call for routine caution.
Natural disaster resilience
4/10
Tarija faces seasonal flooding, landslides, drought, wildfire and smoke exposure, with substantial damage recorded during the 2025 rains.
Other scores
Other scores
Internet availability
6/10
Internet speed
5/10
Internet stability
6/10
Electricity stability
7/10
Community types
Largest nationality groups
- 🇵🇹Portuguese
- 🇪🇸Spanish
- 🇺🇸Americans
Pros / Cons
Pros
- +Pleasant atmosphere
- +Lower living costs
- +Quiet atmosphere
Cons
- −Smaller expat scene
- −Smaller job market
- −Less dynamic environment