Cost of living in Santiago del Estero, Argentina compared to Anchorage, Alaska, United States
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| Food | - 69% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Santiago del Estero (Argentina) is 69% cheaper than in Anchorage, Alaska (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ARS $50 ($2.48) | $12 | - 79% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | - | $8 | - | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ARS $28 ($1.40) | $5.26 | - 73% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ARS $10 ($0.51) | $0.99 | - 49% | |
| 12 eggs, large | ARS $14 ($0.69) | $3.59 | - 81% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | - | $5.70 | - | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ARS $40 ($1.98) | $8 | - 75% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ARS $6.00 ($0.30) | $4.01 | - 93% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ARS $5.50 ($0.27) | $2.45 | - 89% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ARS $8 ($0.40) | $1.88 | - 79% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ARS $17 ($0.84) | $14 | - 94% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | ARS $13 ($0.64) | $2.76 | - 77% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ARS $10 ($0.50) | $2.61 | - 81% | |
| Housing | - 72% | |||
| Housing in Santiago del Estero (Argentina) is 72% cheaper than in Anchorage, Alaska (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | ARS $3,375 ($167) | $2,100 | - 92% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | ARS $3,000 ($149) | $1,683 | - 91% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ARS $400 ($20) | $295 | - 93% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | - | $1,183 | - | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | - | $994 | - | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | ARS $300 ($15) | $168 | - 91% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | ARS $280 ($14) | $76 | - 82% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | ARS $5,595 ($277) | $377 | - 26% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | ARS $1,300 ($64) | $103 | - 37% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ARS $72 ($3.57) | $16 | - 78% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ARS $15 ($0.74) | $16 | - 95% | |
| Clothes | - 11% | |||
| Clothes in Santiago del Estero (Argentina) is 11% cheaper than in Anchorage, Alaska (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | - | $42 | - | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | - | $34 | - | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | ARS $700 ($35) | $72 | - 52% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ARS $500 ($25) | $80 | - 69% | |
| Transportation | - 52% | |||
| Transportation in Santiago del Estero (Argentina) is 52% cheaper than in Anchorage, Alaska (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | - | $22,500 | - | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ARS $7 ($0.35) | $0.77 | - 54% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ARS $240 ($12) | $60 | - 80% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | - | $18 | - | |
| Personal Care | - 53% | |||
| Personal Care in Santiago del Estero (Argentina) is 53% cheaper than in Anchorage, Alaska (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ARS $25 ($1.24) | $7 | - 83% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | - | $31 | - | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | - | $170 | - | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | - | $7 | - | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ARS $17 ($0.84) | $3.18 | - 74% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ARS $32 ($1.59) | $4.59 | - 65% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ARS $17 ($0.84) | $3.63 | - 77% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | ARS $16 ($0.79) | $2.39 | - 67% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ARS $25 ($1.24) | $17 | - 93% | |
| Entertainment | - 60% | |||
| Entertainment in Santiago del Estero (Argentina) is 60% cheaper than in Anchorage, Alaska (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ARS $80 ($3.97) | $49 | - 92% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ARS $46 ($2.28) | $25 | - 91% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ARS $180 ($9) | $75 | - 88% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ARS $185 ($9) | $63 | - 85% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ARS $50 ($2.48) | $9 | - 71% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ARS $15 ($0.74) | $4.04 | - 82% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ARS $20 ($0.99) | $5.00 | - 80% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | - | $429 | - | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ARS $3.30 ($0.16) | $0.15 | + 9% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | - | $66 | - | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | ARS $10 ($0.50) | $10 | - 95% | |
| TOTAL | - 63% | |||
WARNING! This comparison is based on only a few data points. At this point it is only a guess. It is based on 580 prices entered by 71 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 22, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Santiago del Estero (Argentina) is 63% cheaper than in Anchorage, Alaska (United States)
For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require
$6,400
in Anchorage, Alaska
you would need to make just about $2,399
(ARS $48,399)
in Santiago del Estero.
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