Guayaquil

🇪🇨Ecuador•South America

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living42

Safety60

Healthcare66

Career Opportunities49

Climate75

Transport60

Air Quality68

Family Friendliness63.67

Education63

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 Guayaquil a good place to live?

Guayaquil scores 60/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 42/100), moderately safe (safety: 60/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 66/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Guayaquil?

Guayaquil has a cost of living score of 42/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Guayaquil?

Guayaquil has a transport score of 60/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Guayaquil?

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

▸Is Guayaquil safe for expats?

Guayaquil has a safety score of 60/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 68/100.

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