Cartagena

🇨🇴Colombia•South America

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living32

Safety46

Healthcare59

Career Opportunities51

Climate66

Transport56

Air Quality59

Family Friendliness58.33

Education59

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 Cartagena a good place to live?

Cartagena scores 53/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 32/100), has some safety concerns (safety: 46/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 59/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Cartagena?

Cartagena has a cost of living score of 32/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Cartagena?

Cartagena has a transport score of 56/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Cartagena?

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

▸Is Cartagena safe for expats?

Cartagena has a safety score of 46/100. The city has some safety concerns and has an air quality score of 59/100.

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