Cost of living in China compared to Argentina
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Food | - 7% | |||
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Food in China is 7% cheaper than in Argentina | ||||
China | Argentina | Diff | ||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 37元 (ARS $4,319) | ARS $8,530 | - 49% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 39元 (ARS $4,577) | ARS $5,897 | - 22% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 13元 (ARS $1,516) | ARS $1,911 | - 21% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 14元 (ARS $1,649) | ARS $882 | + 87% | |
12 eggs, large | 15元 (ARS $1,776) | ARS $1,929 | - 8% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 10元 (ARS $1,164) | ARS $1,061 | + 10% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 55元 (ARS $6,463) | ARS $4,091 | + 58% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 15元 (ARS $1,737) | ARS $1,592 | + 9% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 7元 (ARS $770) | ARS $782 | - 2% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 6元 (ARS $766) | ARS $1,079 | - 29% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 87元 (ARS $10,256) | ARS $4,509 | + 127% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | 8元 (ARS $982) | ARS $1,946 | - 50% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 11元 (ARS $1,257) | ARS $429 | + 193% | |
Housing | + 141% | |||
Housing in China is 141% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
China | Argentina | Diff | ||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 13,566元 (ARS $1,603,045) | ARS $451,018 | + 255% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 7,567元 (ARS $894,161) | ARS $318,244 | + 181% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 499元 (ARS $59,014) | ARS $28,854 | + 105% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 6,485元 (ARS $766,329) | ARS $337,031 | + 127% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 4,297元 (ARS $507,787) | ARS $199,181 | + 155% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 321元 (ARS $37,967) | ARS $25,370 | + 50% | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 94元 (ARS $11,105) | ARS $9,195 | + 21% | |
40” flat screen tv | 1,393元 (ARS $164,548) | ARS $252,100 | - 35% | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 485元 (ARS $57,360) | ARS $141,734 | - 60% | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 40元 (ARS $4,729) | ARS $3,508 | + 35% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | 46元 (ARS $5,418) | ARS $2,229 | + 143% | |
Clothes | + 2% | |||
Clothes in China is about the same as in Argentina | ||||
China | Argentina | Diff | ||
1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 452元 (ARS $53,374) | ARS $47,670 | + 12% | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 258元 (ARS $30,540) | ARS $30,480 | + 0% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 612元 (ARS $72,364) | ARS $94,860 | - 24% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 779元 (ARS $92,008) | ARS $68,106 | + 35% | |
Transportation | + 14% | |||
Transportation in China is 14% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
China | Argentina | Diff | ||
Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 166,194元 (ARS $19,638,682) | ARS $17,137,900 | + 15% | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 8元 (ARS $993) | ARS $716 | + 39% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | 252元 (ARS $29,730) | ARS $27,160 | + 9% | |
Personal Care | + 64% | |||
Personal Care in China is 64% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
China | Argentina | Diff | ||
Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 43元 (ARS $5,086) | ARS $3,587 | + 42% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 40元 (ARS $4,770) | ARS $6,490 | - 26% | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 212元 (ARS $25,087) | ARS $10,006 | + 151% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 46元 (ARS $5,431) | ARS $3,430 | + 58% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 49元 (ARS $5,767) | ARS $1,612 | + 258% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 41元 (ARS $4,901) | ARS $3,019 | + 62% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | 12元 (ARS $1,373) | ARS $2,188 | - 37% | |
Tube of toothpaste | 15元 (ARS $1,788) | ARS $1,947 | - 8% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 94元 (ARS $11,112) | ARS $5,524 | + 101% | |
Entertainment | + 12% | |||
Entertainment in China is 12% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
China | Argentina | Diff | ||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 251元 (ARS $29,716) | ARS $15,397 | + 93% | |
2 tickets to the movies | 107元 (ARS $12,642) | ARS $6,367 | + 99% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | 895元 (ARS $105,716) | ARS $18,459 | + 473% | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 293元 (ARS $34,673) | ARS $22,802 | + 52% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 77元 (ARS $9,063) | ARS $4,696 | + 93% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 29元 (ARS $3,369) | ARS $2,399 | + 40% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 16元 (ARS $1,940) | ARS $2,204 | - 12% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 3,577元 (ARS $422,647) | ARS $441,836 | - 4% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 0.40元 (ARS $48) | ARS $200 | - 76% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | 356元 (ARS $42,075) | ARS $21,782 | + 93% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 25元 (ARS $2,944) | ARS $2,480 | + 19% | |
TOTAL | + 32% |
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 8,496 prices entered by 900 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 18, 2024.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in China is 32% more expensive than in Argentina
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