San Pedro La Laguna, Guatemala
San Pedro La Laguna, Guatemala
Last updated on Jul 02, 2023
Summary: People describe San Pedro La Laguna, Guatemala as a beautiful, peaceful, and friendly town. Expats love the laid-back atmosphere, the stunning views of Lake Atitlan, and the friendly locals. The weather in San Pedro La Laguna is typically warm and sunny, with temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to the mid-80s Fahrenheit. The average cost of living for an expat is around $1,000 to $1,500 per month. The cost of a one bedroom apartment is around $400 to $600 per month, and a two bedroom apartment is around $500 to $800 per month. The approximate population of San Pedro La Laguna is around 20,000 people.
What do I need to know about living in San Pedro La Laguna?
When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to San Pedro La Laguna, they said:
"Expats considering retiring in San Pedro La Laguna should be aware that the local language is Spanish, so it is important to have a basic understanding of the language before moving there. Additionally, the cost of living in San Pedro La Laguna is relatively low, so expats should be prepared to live on a budget. It is also important to note that the town is quite small and remote, so expats should be prepared to live without some of the amenities they may be used to. Finally, expats should be aware that the healthcare system in Guatemala is not as advanced as in other countries, so it is important to have a good health insurance plan in place," said one expat in San Pedro La Laguna.
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Joshua Wood, LPC is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and serves as Co-President of Expat Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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