Cost of living is reasonable and the city provides a generally safe, high quality of life, although you should still take care while walking in certain areas. The weather in Bucaramanga city is spring-like all the year round with little temperature variation and the rainiest month tends to be October.

Take care even in upscale neighborhoods such as Cabecera del Llano in the eastern part of Bucaramanga and Zona Norte located north of Cabecera. Street crime is possible everywhere in Bucaramanga. Be careful on the bus transportation system. Robberies can occur on the bus system in Bucaramanga.

Overall, the cost of living in Bucaramanga is quite low, making it an attractive place for expats and retirees. However, it's important to note that salaries in Bucaramanga are also lower than in larger Colombian cities," remarked another expat in Bucaramanga, Colombia.