Cost of living in Salta, Argentina vs Thane, India
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| Food | - 25% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Salta (Argentina) is 25% cheaper than in Thane (India) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ARS $447 (₨362) | ₨844 | - 57% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | ARS $449 (₨363) | ₨288 | + 26% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ARS $165 (₨134) | ₨124 | + 8% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ARS $78 (₨63) | ₨62 | + 2% | |
| 12 eggs, large | ARS $120 (₨97) | ₨64 | + 51% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ARS $75 (₨61) | ₨37 | + 63% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ARS $300 (₨243) | ₨274 | - 11% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ARS $93 (₨76) | ₨168 | - 55% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ARS $49 (₨40) | ₨24 | + 69% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ARS $64 (₨52) | ₨138 | - 62% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ARS $318 (₨258) | ₨588 | - 56% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | ARS $154 (₨125) | ₨73 | + 71% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ARS $37 (₨30) | ₨31 | - 2% | |
| Housing | - 9% | |||
| Housing in Salta (Argentina) is 9% cheaper than in Thane (India) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | ARS $46,162 (₨37,395) | ₨34,699 | + 8% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | ARS $29,213 (₨23,665) | ₨22,512 | + 5% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ARS $5,501 (₨4,456) | ₨5,414 | - 18% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | ARS $21,096 (₨17,090) | ₨21,166 | - 19% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | ARS $15,259 (₨12,361) | ₨12,897 | - 4% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | ARS $3,559 (₨2,883) | ₨2,613 | + 10% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | ARS $1,240 (₨1,004) | ₨800 | + 25% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | ARS $37,889 (₨30,693) | ₨35,364 | - 13% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | ARS $10,254 (₨8,307) | ₨15,424 | - 46% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ARS $308 (₨250) | ₨395 | - 37% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ARS $308 (₨250) | ₨548 | - 54% | |
| Clothes | + 9% | |||
| Clothes in Salta (Argentina) is 9% more expensive than in Thane (India) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | ARS $3,590 (₨2,908) | ₨2,258 | + 29% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | ARS $2,760 (₨2,236) | ₨2,459 | - 9% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | ARS $6,409 (₨5,192) | ₨3,268 | + 59% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ARS $6,066 (₨4,914) | ₨2,619 | + 88% | |
| Transportation | + 70% | |||
| Transportation in Salta (Argentina) is 70% more expensive than in Thane (India) | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ARS $2,005,330 (₨1,624,486) | ₨830,309 | + 96% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ARS $89 (₨72) | ₨83 | - 12% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ARS $2,183 (₨1,769) | ₨945 | + 87% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | ARS $1,560 (₨1,264) | ₨189 | + 568% | |
| Personal Care | - 13% | |||
| Personal Care in Salta (Argentina) is 13% cheaper than in Thane (India) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ARS $222 (₨180) | ₨102 | + 76% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ARS $952 (₨771) | ₨461 | + 67% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | ARS $1,000 (₨810) | ₨591 | + 37% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | ARS $207 (₨167) | ₨260 | - 36% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ARS $123 (₨99) | ₨183 | - 46% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ARS $143 (₨116) | ₨181 | - 36% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ARS $75 (₨61) | ₨125 | - 51% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | ARS $81 (₨65) | ₨79 | - 17% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ARS $349 (₨283) | ₨216 | + 31% | |
| Entertainment | + 0% | |||
| Entertainment in Salta (Argentina) is about the same as in Thane (India) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ARS $1,877 (₨1,520) | ₨923 | + 65% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ARS $706 (₨572) | ₨496 | + 15% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ARS $2,066 (₨1,673) | ₨1,737 | - 4% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ARS $2,542 (₨2,060) | ₨2,000 | + 3% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ARS $737 (₨597) | ₨483 | + 24% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ARS $86 (₨70) | ₨222 | - 69% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ARS $106 (₨86) | ₨212 | - 60% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | ARS $70,101 (₨56,788) | ₨35,595 | + 60% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ARS $22 (₨18) | ₨20 | - 12% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ARS $1,207 (₨977) | ₨2,228 | - 56% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | ARS $150 (₨121) | ₨251 | - 52% | |
| TOTAL | + 6% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 827 prices entered by 34 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 09, 2021.
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Cost of living in Salta (Argentina) is 6% more expensive than in Thane (India)
For example, you would need at least ₨101,343 (ARS $125,102) in Salta to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with ₨96,000 in Thane.
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