Living in El Salvador

Falling Behind: El Salvador Has Second-Lowest Minimum Wage in Central America
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador — El Salvador has the second-lowest minimum wage in Central America and remains the only country in the region that has not complied with its wage review regulations, according to a new study released Friday, March … Read more

The San Salvador Metropolitan Area: 28 Districts, From Upscale Urban Centers to Charming Beach Towns
The San Salvador Metropolitan Area, home to 28 diverse districts, offers a mixture of upscale urban centers, historic neighborhoods, and charming beach towns, making it a dynamic hub of culture, commerce, and tourism. The San Salvador Metropolitan Area (AMSS) includes … Read more

Chivo Pets Hospital: Making Affordable Animal Care Accessible in El Salvador
Chivo Pets Hospital in El Salvador is a unique veterinary hospital launched in 2022 as part of the government’s efforts to improve animal welfare across the country. It’s a public hospital designed to offer affordable and high-quality medical care for … Read more

Over 86,000 Arrested During El Salvador’s State of Exception
The number of people arrested in El Salvador in the context of the State of Exception security plan—implemented by the Nayib Bukele government to end gangs—amounts to more than 86,000, according to what the Minister of Defense of El Salvador, … Read more

Population of El Salvador: Insights into El Salvador’s Demographic Landscape
According to the 2024 census conducted by the Salvadoran Central Reserve Bank (BCR), the population of El Salvador in 2024 is 6,029,976. In 2024, El Salvador’s female population stands at 3,181,443, making up 52.76% of the total population. Meanwhile, the … Read more

Over 30% Monetary Poverty in 17 of 44 New Salvadoran Municipalities
A socioeconomic report created by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) reveals that 17 out of the 44 new Salvadoran municipalities have a monetary poverty rate exceeding 30%. The UNDP report, titled Socioeconomic Map: Guide for the new 44 municipalities … Read more

Analyzing Poverty in El Salvador: An Insight Into El Salvador’s Poverty Rate!
Poverty in El Salvador is a complex and pressing issue that has profound implications for the nation’s population. Because of poverty, a significant portion of the country’s citizens grapple with economic hardship, limited access to necessities, and persistent social inequality. … Read more