Cost of living in Resistencia, Argentina vs Santo André, Brazil (using Black Market exchange rate)
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| Food | - 59% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Resistencia (Argentina) is 59% cheaper than in Santo André (Brazil) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ARS $ [BM]506 | ARS $ [BM]752 | - 33% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | ARS $ [BM]330 | ARS $ [BM]807 | - 59% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ARS $ [BM]91 | ARS $ [BM]217 | - 58% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ARS $ [BM]60 | ARS $ [BM]94 | - 36% | |
| 12 eggs, large | ARS $ [BM]99 | ARS $ [BM]275 | - 64% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ARS $ [BM]50 | ARS $ [BM]184 | - 73% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ARS $ [BM]133 | ARS $ [BM]437 | - 70% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ARS $ [BM]56 | ARS $ [BM]201 | - 72% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ARS $ [BM]25 | ARS $ [BM]135 | - 81% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ARS $ [BM]48 | ARS $ [BM]138 | - 65% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ARS $ [BM]228 | ARS $ [BM]1,150 | - 80% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | ARS $ [BM]95 | ARS $ [BM]196 | - 52% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ARS $ [BM]21 | ARS $ [BM]93 | - 77% | |
| Housing | - 63% | |||
| Housing in Resistencia (Argentina) is 63% cheaper than in Santo André (Brazil) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | ARS $ [BM]26,594 | ARS $ [BM]63,553 | - 58% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | ARS $ [BM]15,234 | ARS $ [BM]46,751 | - 67% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ARS $ [BM]3,865 | ARS $ [BM]13,686 | - 72% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | ARS $ [BM]14,714 | ARS $ [BM]59,416 | - 75% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | ARS $ [BM]9,981 | ARS $ [BM]32,803 | - 70% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | ARS $ [BM]3,276 | ARS $ [BM]7,178 | - 54% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | ARS $ [BM]879 | ARS $ [BM]2,454 | - 64% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | ARS $ [BM]17,066 | ARS $ [BM]56,264 | - 70% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | ARS $ [BM]7,926 | ARS $ [BM]12,123 | - 35% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ARS $ [BM]223 | ARS $ [BM]657 | - 66% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ARS $ [BM]431 | ARS $ [BM]496 | - 13% | |
| Clothes | - 73% | |||
| Clothes in Resistencia (Argentina) is 73% cheaper than in Santo André (Brazil) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | ARS $ [BM]1,323 | ARS $ [BM]4,969 | - 73% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | ARS $ [BM]1,179 | ARS $ [BM]4,900 | - 76% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | ARS $ [BM]3,113 | ARS $ [BM]8,362 | - 63% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ARS $ [BM]2,586 | ARS $ [BM]6,766 | - 62% | |
| Transportation | - 67% | |||
| Transportation in Resistencia (Argentina) is 67% cheaper than in Santo André (Brazil) | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ARS $ [BM]1,591,580 | ARS $ [BM]2,202,889 | - 28% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ARS $ [BM]60 | ARS $ [BM]116 | - 49% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ARS $ [BM]651 | ARS $ [BM]6,491 | - 90% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | ARS $ [BM]1,039 | ARS $ [BM]1,371 | - 24% | |
| Personal Care | - 73% | |||
| Personal Care in Resistencia (Argentina) is 73% cheaper than in Santo André (Brazil) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ARS $ [BM]169 | ARS $ [BM]377 | - 55% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ARS $ [BM]378 | ARS $ [BM]1,632 | - 77% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | ARS $ [BM]760 | ARS $ [BM]5,316 | - 86% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | ARS $ [BM]72 | ARS $ [BM]489 | - 85% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ARS $ [BM]100 | ARS $ [BM]338 | - 70% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ARS $ [BM]113 | ARS $ [BM]429 | - 74% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ARS $ [BM]64 | ARS $ [BM]182 | - 65% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | ARS $ [BM]81 | ARS $ [BM]99 | - 19% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ARS $ [BM]255 | ARS $ [BM]777 | - 67% | |
| Entertainment | - 72% | |||
| Entertainment in Resistencia (Argentina) is 72% cheaper than in Santo André (Brazil) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ARS $ [BM]811 | ARS $ [BM]3,495 | - 77% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ARS $ [BM]420 | ARS $ [BM]1,702 | - 75% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ARS $ [BM]1,288 | ARS $ [BM]5,655 | - 77% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ARS $ [BM]1,088 | ARS $ [BM]4,863 | - 78% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ARS $ [BM]271 | ARS $ [BM]712 | - 62% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ARS $ [BM]85 | ARS $ [BM]273 | - 69% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ARS $ [BM]70 | ARS $ [BM]304 | - 77% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | ARS $ [BM]26,980 | ARS $ [BM]97,056 | - 72% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ARS $ [BM]13 | ARS $ [BM]36 | - 64% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ARS $ [BM]820 | ARS $ [BM]3,110 | - 74% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | ARS $ [BM]112 | ARS $ [BM]287 | - 61% | |
| TOTAL | - 66% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 522 prices entered by 25 different people.
These prices were last updated on January 16, 2021.
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