Bogota

🇨🇴Colombia•South America

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living44

Safety40

Healthcare61

Career Opportunities60

Climate66

Transport66

Air Quality50

Family Friendliness52.33

Education62

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Bogota a good place to live?

Bogota scores 55/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 44/100), has some safety concerns (safety: 40/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 61/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Bogota?

Bogota has a cost of living score of 44/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Bogota?

Bogota has a transport score of 66/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Bogota?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Bogota are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Bogota safe for expats?

Bogota has a safety score of 40/100. The city has some safety concerns and has an air quality score of 50/100.

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