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Cost of living in Argentina compared to China
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| Food | - 32% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Argentina is 32% cheaper than in China | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ARS $242 (39元) | 49元 | - 20% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | ARS $198 (32元) | 34元 | - 6% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ARS $79 (13元) | 14元 | - 7% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ARS $34 (5.55元) | 15元 | - 63% | |
| 12 eggs, large | ARS $63 (10元) | 15元 | - 33% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ARS $43 (7元) | 8元 | - 8% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ARS $129 (21元) | 60元 | - 66% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ARS $47 (8元) | 13元 | - 43% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ARS $25 (4.04元) | 6元 | - 35% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ARS $45 (7元) | 5.60元 | + 29% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ARS $201 (32元) | 111元 | - 71% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | ARS $70 (11元) | 7元 | + 58% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ARS $26 (4.17元) | 11元 | - 62% | |
| Housing | - 32% | |||
| Housing in Argentina is 32% cheaper than in China | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | ARS $22,936 (3,694元) | 8,931元 | - 59% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | ARS $14,950 (2,408元) | 4,334元 | - 44% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ARS $4,389 (707元) | 428元 | + 65% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | ARS $16,638 (2,680元) | 5,203元 | - 48% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | ARS $11,136 (1,794元) | 3,294元 | - 46% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | ARS $3,607 (581元) | 264元 | + 120% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | ARS $934 (150元) | 89元 | + 69% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | ARS $13,672 (2,202元) | 2,101元 | + 5% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | ARS $5,910 (952元) | 714元 | + 33% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ARS $240 (39元) | 36元 | + 8% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ARS $159 (26元) | 54元 | - 52% | |
| Clothes | - 7% | |||
| Clothes in Argentina is 7% cheaper than in China | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | ARS $2,164 (348元) | 522元 | - 33% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | ARS $1,972 (318元) | 278元 | + 14% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | ARS $2,656 (428元) | 628元 | - 32% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ARS $2,987 (481元) | 658元 | - 27% | |
| Transportation | - 18% | |||
| Transportation in Argentina is 18% cheaper than in China | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ARS $703,018 (113,227元) | 141,996元 | - 20% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ARS $37 (5.97元) | 7元 | - 19% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ARS $764 (123元) | 152元 | - 19% | |
| Personal Care | - 46% | |||
| Personal Care in Argentina is 46% cheaper than in China | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ARS $189 (31元) | 29元 | + 5% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ARS $312 (50元) | 36元 | + 40% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | ARS $590 (95元) | 281元 | - 66% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | ARS $110 (18元) | 46元 | - 61% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ARS $76 (12元) | 39元 | - 68% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ARS $98 (16元) | 36元 | - 57% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ARS $57 (9元) | 10元 | - 9% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | ARS $65 (11元) | 14元 | - 24% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ARS $255 (41元) | 56元 | - 26% | |
| Entertainment | - 31% | |||
| Entertainment in Argentina is 31% cheaper than in China | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ARS $644 (104元) | 164元 | - 37% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ARS $364 (59元) | 90元 | - 35% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ARS $1,919 (309元) | 966元 | - 68% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ARS $1,182 (190元) | 393元 | - 52% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ARS $172 (28元) | 60元 | - 54% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ARS $86 (14元) | 34元 | - 59% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ARS $105 (17元) | 31元 | - 46% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | ARS $22,572 (3,635元) | 3,300元 | + 10% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ARS $7 (1.19元) | 0.81元 | + 48% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ARS $1,134 (183元) | 321元 | - 43% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | ARS $72 (12元) | 21元 | - 45% | |
| TOTAL | - 28% | |||
These prices were last updated on April 23, 2019.
Exchange rate:
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This comparison is based on abundant and consistent data. It is based on 11,080 prices entered by 1,226 different people.
Cost of living in Argentina is 28% cheaper than in China
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