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MedellínColombia · South America

Colombia · South America · Population 1,999,979 · America/Bogota

Medellín in Colombia (South America) offers an estimated monthly cost of ~$1300 incl. rent, a safety index of 42/100, an average annual temperature of 20.3°C for digital nomads and remote workers. This page compiles cost of living, safety, climate, internet speed, air quality and visa overview with per-item data sources and dates.

Monthly cost

$1300incl. rent · est. range

$1000 – $1900

Source: public statistical estimate (NYC=100 basis) linear fit + page snapshot, updated 2026-10-07

Safety index

42/100

Source: public statistical estimate · safety index

Climate (10-yr avg)

20.3°C avg/yr

2214mm · 3506h sunshine/yr

Source: Open-Meteo Historical（CC BY 4.0）2015–2024

Fixed broadband

95Mbps median down

Source: public statistical estimate (fixed broadband)

Air quality

13.2µg/m³ PM2.5 · Fair

Source: Open-Meteo CAMS · WHO 2021 band (2022-08 ~ 2024-12)

Visa overview

Official digital nomad visa

Source: Colombia snapshot (2026-10-03) · Disclaimer: visa policies change — always verify with official channels

FAQ

What is the cost of living in Medellín?

Medellín has an estimated monthly cost of ~$1300 including rent (range $1000–$1900), based on open-data statistical estimates and page snapshots.

Is Medellín safe?

Medellín scores 42/100 on the public statistical safety estimate (higher is safer).

How can Chinese passport holders enter Colombia?

Snapshot as of 2026-10-03: mainland Chinese passport holders are visaRequired to Colombia. Verify with official immigration channels before travel.

How fast is the internet in Medellín?

Median fixed broadband download is about 95 Mbps (public statistical estimate).

About Colombia

Colombia: GDP per capita ~$8,562 (World Bank), HDI 0.758, Global Peace Index rank #147 (IEP 2024). Open Colombia country page →

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