Cost of living in Argentina compared to Pakistan
Currency:
| Food | + 118% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Argentina is 118% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Argentina | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ARS $4,626 (₨3,826) | ₨810 | + 372% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | ARS $3,055 (₨2,527) | ₨914 | + 176% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ARS $1,010 (₨835) | ₨402 | + 108% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ARS $390 (₨322) | ₨181 | + 78% | |
| 12 eggs, large | ARS $984 (₨814) | ₨288 | + 183% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ARS $643 (₨531) | ₨155 | + 242% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ARS $1,490 (₨1,232) | ₨1,179 | + 4% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ARS $645 (₨533) | ₨301 | + 77% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ARS $422 (₨349) | ₨102 | + 243% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ARS $474 (₨392) | ₨506 | - 22% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ARS $2,036 (₨1,683) | ₨2,441 | - 31% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | ARS $738 (₨610) | ₨283 | + 115% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ARS $261 (₨216) | ₨161 | + 34% | |
| Housing | + 13% | |||
| Housing in Argentina is 13% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Argentina | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | ARS $236,666 (₨195,705) | ₨142,068 | + 38% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | ARS $147,449 (₨121,929) | ₨74,167 | + 64% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ARS $18,501 (₨15,299) | ₨26,937 | - 43% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | ARS $160,740 (₨132,920) | ₨66,342 | + 100% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | ARS $119,249 (₨98,610) | ₨45,519 | + 117% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | ARS $16,328 (₨13,502) | ₨23,767 | - 43% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | ARS $4,700 (₨3,887) | ₨2,085 | + 86% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | ARS $128,101 (₨105,930) | ₨71,589 | + 48% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | ARS $75,441 (₨62,384) | ₨29,245 | + 113% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ARS $1,784 (₨1,475) | ₨1,517 | - 3% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ARS $1,845 (₨1,526) | ₨6,532 | - 77% | |
| Clothes | + 165% | |||
| Clothes in Argentina is 165% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Argentina | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | ARS $27,426 (₨22,679) | ₨3,995 | + 468% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | ARS $16,659 (₨13,775) | ₨6,699 | + 106% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | ARS $42,885 (₨35,463) | ₨15,767 | + 125% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ARS $38,430 (₨31,778) | ₨9,437 | + 237% | |
| Transportation | + 36% | |||
| Transportation in Argentina is 36% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Argentina | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ARS $8,387,590 (₨6,935,901) | ₨4,047,290 | + 71% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ARS $287 (₨237) | ₨271 | - 13% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ARS $8,375 (₨6,926) | ₨4,410 | + 57% | |
| Personal Care | + 40% | |||
| Personal Care in Argentina is 40% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Argentina | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ARS $1,919 (₨1,587) | ₨503 | + 215% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ARS $3,182 (₨2,631) | ₨953 | + 176% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | ARS $6,068 (₨5,018) | ₨3,299 | + 52% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | ARS $1,735 (₨1,434) | ₨1,142 | + 26% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ARS $889 (₨735) | ₨967 | - 24% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ARS $1,422 (₨1,176) | ₨899 | + 31% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ARS $821 (₨679) | ₨431 | + 58% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | ARS $708 (₨586) | ₨210 | + 179% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ARS $3,198 (₨2,645) | ₨2,628 | + 1% | |
| Entertainment | + 169% | |||
| Entertainment in Argentina is 169% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Argentina | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ARS $7,822 (₨6,468) | ₨2,918 | + 122% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ARS $3,383 (₨2,797) | ₨1,886 | + 48% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ARS $13,573 (₨11,224) | ₨3,741 | + 200% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ARS $15,418 (₨12,749) | ₨6,696 | + 90% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ARS $2,850 (₨2,357) | ₨1,274 | + 85% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ARS $1,513 (₨1,251) | ₨683 | + 83% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ARS $1,105 (₨914) | ₨725 | + 26% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | ARS $347,640 (₨287,472) | ₨68,087 | + 322% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ARS $59 (₨49) | ₨3.42 | + 1317% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ARS $9,148 (₨7,564) | ₨3,517 | + 115% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | ARS $983 (₨813) | ₨503 | + 62% | |
| TOTAL | + 68% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 11,332 prices entered by 1,512 different people.
These prices were last updated on September 28, 2023.
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Cost of living in Argentina is 68% more expensive than in Pakistan
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