Cost of living in Bolivia compared to Argentina
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Food | - 7% | |||
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Food in Bolivia is 7% cheaper than in Argentina | ||||
Bolivia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | $b57 (ARS $7,025) | ARS $8,530 | - 18% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | $b49 (ARS $6,009) | ARS $5,897 | + 2% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | $b15 (ARS $1,807) | ARS $1,911 | - 5% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | $b7 (ARS $811) | ARS $882 | - 8% | |
12 eggs, large | $b13 (ARS $1,544) | ARS $1,929 | - 20% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | $b6 (ARS $800) | ARS $1,061 | - 25% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | $b20 (ARS $2,409) | ARS $4,091 | - 41% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | $b12 (ARS $1,489) | ARS $1,592 | - 7% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | $b8 (ARS $1,024) | ARS $782 | + 31% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | $b12 (ARS $1,444) | ARS $1,079 | + 34% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | $b52 (ARS $6,420) | ARS $4,509 | + 42% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | $b10 (ARS $1,260) | ARS $1,946 | - 35% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | $b4.48 (ARS $552) | ARS $429 | + 29% | |
Housing | + 9% | |||
Housing in Bolivia is 9% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Bolivia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | $b3,186 (ARS $392,011) | ARS $451,018 | - 13% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | $b2,200 (ARS $270,736) | ARS $318,244 | - 15% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | $b347 (ARS $42,669) | ARS $28,854 | + 48% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | $b2,412 (ARS $296,836) | ARS $337,031 | - 12% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | $b1,543 (ARS $189,850) | ARS $199,181 | - 5% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | $b281 (ARS $34,615) | ARS $25,370 | + 36% | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | $b133 (ARS $16,363) | ARS $9,195 | + 78% | |
40” flat screen tv | $b2,533 (ARS $311,672) | ARS $252,100 | + 24% | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | $b1,210 (ARS $148,860) | ARS $141,734 | + 5% | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | $b45 (ARS $5,516) | ARS $3,508 | + 57% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | $b35 (ARS $4,339) | ARS $2,229 | + 95% | |
Clothes | + 5% | |||
Clothes in Bolivia is 5% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Bolivia | Argentina | Diff | ||
1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | $b441 (ARS $54,252) | ARS $47,670 | + 14% | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | $b280 (ARS $34,427) | ARS $30,480 | + 13% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | $b610 (ARS $75,109) | ARS $94,860 | - 21% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | $b529 (ARS $65,083) | ARS $68,106 | - 4% | |
Transportation | - 19% | |||
Transportation in Bolivia is 19% cheaper than in Argentina | ||||
Bolivia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | $b114,602 (ARS $14,101,290) | ARS $17,137,900 | - 18% | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | $b3.88 (ARS $477) | ARS $716 | - 33% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | $b177 (ARS $21,810) | ARS $27,160 | - 20% | |
Personal Care | + 37% | |||
Personal Care in Bolivia is 37% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Bolivia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | $b58 (ARS $7,089) | ARS $3,587 | + 98% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | $b57 (ARS $7,025) | ARS $6,490 | + 8% | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | $b206 (ARS $25,327) | ARS $10,006 | + 153% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | $b39 (ARS $4,793) | ARS $3,430 | + 40% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | $b25 (ARS $3,028) | ARS $1,612 | + 88% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | $b28 (ARS $3,497) | ARS $3,019 | + 16% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | $b10 (ARS $1,194) | ARS $2,188 | - 45% | |
Tube of toothpaste | $b12 (ARS $1,467) | ARS $1,947 | - 25% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | $b79 (ARS $9,700) | ARS $5,524 | + 76% | |
Entertainment | + 3% | |||
Entertainment in Bolivia is about the same as in Argentina | ||||
Bolivia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | $b96 (ARS $11,784) | ARS $15,397 | - 23% | |
2 tickets to the movies | $b88 (ARS $10,773) | ARS $6,367 | + 69% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | $b190 (ARS $23,392) | ARS $18,459 | + 27% | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | $b208 (ARS $25,581) | ARS $22,802 | + 12% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | $b36 (ARS $4,410) | ARS $4,696 | - 6% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | $b24 (ARS $2,969) | ARS $2,399 | + 24% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | $b21 (ARS $2,553) | ARS $2,204 | + 16% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | $b4,200 (ARS $516,732) | ARS $441,836 | + 17% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | $b1.06 (ARS $130) | ARS $200 | - 35% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | $b363 (ARS $44,670) | ARS $21,782 | + 105% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | $b20 (ARS $2,486) | ARS $2,480 | + 0% | |
TOTAL | - 3% |
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 7,863 prices entered by 859 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 18, 2024.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Bolivia is about the same as in Argentina
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