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Paraguay

6.4/ 10 average score

About Paraguay

Paraguay offers peaceful lifestyle, beautiful nature, and affordable living. Known for its friendly people, traditional culture, and relaxed atmosphere.

Quality of Life Ratings (Hover to see details)

Economy5.5
Health6.5
Safety7.2
Entertainment6.8
Cost of Living8.5
Freedom7.0
Infrastructure5.8
Climate8.0
Internet Speed5.5
English Speaking3.5
Housing Affordability8.5
Job Market5.7
Residency Pathway6.8
Tax Friendliness6.0
Expat Community5.3
Public Transport6.0

Living in Paraguay in 2026: Cost, Safety, Lifestyle & Reality

Cost of Living in Paraguay

Paraguay scores 8.5/10 for cost of living in our ratings. For many expats and remote workers, that translates to relatively affordable day-to-day expenses compared to other popular destinations. Housing, groceries, and transport vary by city; use our Cost of Living Calculator to compare Paraguay with your current location or other countries you are considering.

Who Should Consider Moving to Paraguay?

Paraguay offers peaceful lifestyle, beautiful nature, and affordable living. Known for its friendly people, traditional culture, and relaxed atmosphere. If you value healthcare quality (rated 6.5/10 here), safety (7.2/10), and a balanced lifestyle, Paraguay is worth a closer look. It tends to suit professionals, families, and anyone prioritising stability and quality of life over extreme affordability or year-round heat.

Pros and Cons

Pros include affordable living, favourable climate. On the downside, some note limited English in some areas. We recommend comparing Paraguay with similar options such as Bangladesh and Kazakhstan on our compare page to see which fits your priorities.

Final Thoughts

Whether Paraguay is right for you depends on your budget, career, and what you value most. Our ratings and user reviews above give a snapshot. For deeper dives, read our guides such as Living in Luxembourg in 2026 – High Salaries, Small Country, Big Trade-Offs and Zero Income Tax Countries for Remote Workers (But There’s a Catch) – 2026 Guide. Combine that with the calculator and country comparisons to make an informed decision for 2026.

What people say about Paraguay

Asunción has relaxed lifestyle and friendly people.

Mar 5, 2023

Very affordable for foreigners.

Mar 2, 2023

Beautiful countryside and nature.

Feb 27, 2023

Great traditional culture and food.

Feb 24, 2023

Peaceful and safe country.

Feb 21, 2023

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Quick Stats

Economy5.5
Health6.5
Safety7.2
Cost of Living8.5
Climate8

Top 5 Cities

1

Asunción

521K

Capital with colonial heritage and river

2

Ciudad del Este

293K

Border city with commercial importance

3

San Lorenzo

252K

University city with suburban character

4

Luque

263K

Craft city with traditional industries

5

Capiatá

224K

Agricultural city with growing population

Highlights

Affordable Living
Great Climate
Living in Paraguay in 2026: Cost, Safety, Lifestyle & Reality