Updated Jan 18, 2026
KEY STATS
3.0M
Population
776 km2
Area
178 Mbps
Internet
UTC−04:00
Timezone
CCS (18km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Caracas is a capital city in Venezuela with a population of 3.0M. Internet speeds average 178 Mbps download. The city has 8,817 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Venezuela
Region
South America
Population
3.0M
Timezone
UTC−04:00
Language
Spanish
Status
Capital City
Airport
CCS
GPS
10.49, -66.88
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
652 restaurants mapped in Caracas
Tech
Solid 178 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
Economy
57% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
History
Founded in 1567, with 459 years of history
Connections
Caracas has 30 sister cities worldwide
INFRASTRUCTURE
8,817 total POIs 11.4 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
652
Cafes
129
Bars
68
Fast Food
308
Shopping
Supermarkets
200
Convenience
160
Shopping Malls
231
Healthcare
Hospitals
85
Clinics
296
Pharmacies
383
Education
Schools
517
Universities
134
Libraries
61
Recreation
Parks
404
Playgrounds
44
Sports
685
Cinemas
22
Museums
33
Theatres
59
Transport
Bus Stops
627
Train Stations
52
Fuel Stations
124
Services
Banks
746
ATMs
99
Post Offices
329
Police
113
Fire Stations
33
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
178 Mbps
Download
150 Mbps
Upload
12ms
Latency
182,295
Tests
48,375
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Dec
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22°
M
23°
A
23°
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23°
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23°
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23°
A
23°
S
23°
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22°
N
22°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 22.6 C Range: 21.7 - 23.4 C Rain: 1,076 mm/year Sunshine: 3,831 h/year
CITY SCORES
86.9
Nomad Index
A
Livability
51.1
Culture
68.4
Overall
COST OF LIVING
CIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
43.5
Overall
57% cheaper than NYC
14.0
Rent
86% cheaper than NYC
49.0
Groceries
51% cheaper than NYC
45.8
Restaurants
54% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
CCS
Maiquetía Simón Bolívar International Airport
18 km from center
~32 min ride
FUN FACTS
Caracas, officially Santiago de León de Caracas (CCS), is the capital and largest city of Venezuela, and the center of the Metropolitan Region of Caracas (or Greater Caracas).
Caracas is located along the Guaire River in the northern part of Venezuela, within the Caracas Valley of the Venezuelan coastal mountain range.
The valley is close to the Caribbean Sea, separated from the shore by a steep 2,200-meter-high (7,200-foot) mountain range, Cerro El Ávila.
To the south there are more hills and mountains that form the valley.
The Metropolitan Region of Caracas has an estimated population of over 5 million inhabitants.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Caracas known for?
Caracas is a city in Venezuela. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Caracas?
Caracas has an average download speed of 178 Mbps and upload speed of 150 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Caracas?
Caracas has an average year-round temperature of approximately 22.6 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Caracas?
Caracas is served by CCS (Maiquetía Simón Bolívar International Airport), approximately 18 km from the city center.
What is the population of Caracas?
The population of Caracas is approximately 3.0M.
What infrastructure does Caracas have?
Caracas has 8,817 mapped points of interest, including 652 restaurants, 85 hospitals, 517 schools.
What country is Caracas in?
Caracas is located in Venezuela.
