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    Ecuador

    Ecuador at a glance

    Capital city

    Quito

    Population

    18.1 million

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    Cost of living (monthly, one person)

    $1,100/month (Local Data, 2025)

    Freedom score

    Partly Free, score 67/100 (Freedom House, 2024)

    Safety (Global Peace Index)

    2.21/5 — rank 110/163 (IEP, 2024)

    Language

    Spanish

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    People & culture

    Life here moves at a gentle, intentional pace, centered around the warmth of community and a deep respect for the natural world. The country remains a magnet for those seeking a lower cost of living without sacrificing cultural richness.