Cost of living in Australia compared to Argentina
Currency:
Food | + 95% | |||
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Food in Australia is 95% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Australia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | AU$23 (ARS $12,676) | ARS $8,530 | + 49% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | AU$15 (ARS $8,231) | ARS $5,897 | + 40% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | AU$7 (ARS $3,873) | ARS $1,911 | + 103% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | AU$2.04 (ARS $1,139) | ARS $882 | + 29% | |
12 eggs, large | AU$7 (ARS $3,914) | ARS $1,929 | + 103% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | AU$6 (ARS $3,453) | ARS $1,061 | + 226% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | AU$10 (ARS $5,540) | ARS $4,091 | + 35% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | AU$5.14 (ARS $2,867) | ARS $1,592 | + 80% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | AU$3.64 (ARS $2,032) | ARS $782 | + 160% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | AU$7 (ARS $4,008) | ARS $1,079 | + 272% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | AU$21 (ARS $11,449) | ARS $4,509 | + 154% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | AU$3.70 (ARS $2,062) | ARS $1,946 | + 6% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | AU$3.39 (ARS $1,890) | ARS $429 | + 341% | |
Housing | + 413% | |||
Housing in Australia is 413% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Australia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | AU$4,709 (ARS $2,627,693) | ARS $451,018 | + 483% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | AU$3,141 (ARS $1,752,930) | ARS $318,244 | + 451% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | AU$218 (ARS $121,743) | ARS $28,854 | + 322% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | AU$2,788 (ARS $1,555,886) | ARS $337,031 | + 362% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | AU$2,151 (ARS $1,200,488) | ARS $199,181 | + 503% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | AU$174 (ARS $97,172) | ARS $25,370 | + 283% | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | AU$76 (ARS $42,554) | ARS $9,195 | + 363% | |
40” flat screen tv | AU$793 (ARS $442,597) | ARS $252,100 | + 76% | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | AU$288 (ARS $160,821) | ARS $141,734 | + 13% | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | AU$18 (ARS $9,883) | ARS $3,508 | + 182% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | AU$48 (ARS $26,628) | ARS $2,229 | + 1095% | |
Clothes | + 55% | |||
Clothes in Australia is 55% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Australia | Argentina | Diff | ||
1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | AU$129 (ARS $71,833) | ARS $47,670 | + 51% | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | AU$95 (ARS $52,979) | ARS $30,480 | + 74% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | AU$179 (ARS $99,890) | ARS $94,860 | + 5% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | AU$209 (ARS $116,843) | ARS $68,106 | + 72% | |
Transportation | + 165% | |||
Transportation in Australia is 165% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Australia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | AU$38,866 (ARS $21,689,958) | ARS $17,137,900 | + 27% | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | AU$1.99 (ARS $1,113) | ARS $716 | + 55% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | AU$185 (ARS $103,510) | ARS $27,160 | + 281% | |
Personal Care | + 86% | |||
Personal Care in Australia is 86% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Australia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | AU$7 (ARS $4,065) | ARS $3,587 | + 13% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | AU$19 (ARS $10,521) | ARS $6,490 | + 62% | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | AU$81 (ARS $45,186) | ARS $10,006 | + 352% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | AU$9 (ARS $5,057) | ARS $3,430 | + 47% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | AU$5.56 (ARS $3,102) | ARS $1,612 | + 92% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | AU$9 (ARS $4,896) | ARS $3,019 | + 62% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | AU$4.36 (ARS $2,435) | ARS $2,188 | + 11% | |
Tube of toothpaste | AU$5.30 (ARS $2,960) | ARS $1,947 | + 52% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | AU$36 (ARS $20,037) | ARS $5,524 | + 263% | |
Entertainment | + 167% | |||
Entertainment in Australia is 167% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Australia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | AU$66 (ARS $36,585) | ARS $15,397 | + 138% | |
2 tickets to the movies | AU$46 (ARS $25,549) | ARS $6,367 | + 301% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | AU$262 (ARS $146,473) | ARS $18,459 | + 694% | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | AU$127 (ARS $70,816) | ARS $22,802 | + 211% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | AU$21 (ARS $11,778) | ARS $4,696 | + 151% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | AU$5.10 (ARS $2,846) | ARS $2,399 | + 19% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | AU$11 (ARS $6,166) | ARS $2,204 | + 180% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | AU$1,070 (ARS $597,021) | ARS $441,836 | + 35% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | AU$0.95 (ARS $530) | ARS $200 | + 165% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | AU$92 (ARS $51,079) | ARS $21,782 | + 134% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | AU$44 (ARS $24,322) | ARS $2,480 | + 881% | |
TOTAL | + 178% |
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 9,742 prices entered by 1,126 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 18, 2024.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Australia is 178% more expensive than in Argentina
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