Cost of living in Argentina compared to Pakistan
Currency:
Food | + 60% | |||
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Food in Argentina is 60% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
Argentina | Pakistan | Diff | ||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ARS $8,530 (₨2,808) | ₨853 | + 229% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | ARS $5,897 (₨1,941) | ₨1,049 | + 85% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ARS $1,911 (₨629) | ₨492 | + 28% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ARS $882 (₨290) | ₨185 | + 57% | |
12 eggs, large | ARS $1,929 (₨635) | ₨314 | + 102% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ARS $1,061 (₨349) | ₨168 | + 108% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ARS $4,091 (₨1,347) | ₨1,416 | - 5% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ARS $1,592 (₨524) | ₨317 | + 65% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ARS $782 (₨257) | ₨97 | + 166% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ARS $1,079 (₨355) | ₨506 | - 30% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ARS $4,509 (₨1,484) | ₨2,654 | - 44% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | ARS $1,946 (₨641) | ₨204 | + 215% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ARS $429 (₨141) | ₨193 | - 27% | |
Housing | - 6% | |||
Housing in Argentina is 6% cheaper than in Pakistan | ||||
Argentina | Pakistan | Diff | ||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | ARS $451,018 (₨148,457) | ₨152,835 | - 3% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | ARS $318,244 (₨104,753) | ₨91,231 | + 15% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ARS $28,854 (₨9,498) | ₨33,939 | - 72% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | ARS $337,031 (₨110,937) | ₨75,769 | + 46% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | ARS $199,181 (₨65,562) | ₨53,656 | + 22% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | ARS $25,370 (₨8,351) | ₨20,047 | - 58% | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | ARS $9,195 (₨3,027) | ₨2,152 | + 41% | |
40” flat screen tv | ARS $252,100 (₨82,981) | ₨60,264 | + 38% | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | ARS $141,734 (₨46,653) | ₨26,966 | + 73% | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ARS $3,508 (₨1,155) | ₨1,409 | - 18% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | ARS $2,229 (₨734) | ₨2,151 | - 66% | |
Clothes | + 62% | |||
Clothes in Argentina is 62% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
Argentina | Pakistan | Diff | ||
1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | ARS $47,670 (₨15,691) | ₨4,450 | + 253% | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | ARS $30,480 (₨10,033) | ₨8,668 | + 16% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | ARS $94,860 (₨31,224) | ₨18,609 | + 68% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ARS $68,106 (₨22,418) | ₨7,339 | + 205% | |
Transportation | + 56% | |||
Transportation in Argentina is 56% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
Argentina | Pakistan | Diff | ||
Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ARS $17,137,900 (₨5,641,104) | ₨4,426,660 | + 27% | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ARS $716 (₨236) | ₨277 | - 15% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | ARS $27,160 (₨8,940) | ₨3,424 | + 161% | |
Personal Care | + 52% | |||
Personal Care in Argentina is 52% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
Argentina | Pakistan | Diff | ||
Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ARS $3,587 (₨1,181) | ₨606 | + 95% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ARS $6,490 (₨2,136) | ₨998 | + 114% | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | ARS $10,006 (₨3,294) | ₨2,526 | + 30% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | ARS $3,430 (₨1,129) | ₨851 | + 33% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ARS $1,612 (₨531) | ₨669 | - 21% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ARS $3,019 (₨994) | ₨526 | + 89% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | ARS $2,188 (₨720) | ₨209 | + 245% | |
Tube of toothpaste | ARS $1,947 (₨641) | ₨282 | + 127% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ARS $5,524 (₨1,818) | ₨2,238 | - 19% | |
Entertainment | + 97% | |||
Entertainment in Argentina is 97% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
Argentina | Pakistan | Diff | ||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ARS $15,397 (₨5,068) | ₨3,608 | + 40% | |
2 tickets to the movies | ARS $6,367 (₨2,096) | ₨1,829 | + 15% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ARS $18,459 (₨6,076) | ₨5,580 | + 9% | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ARS $22,802 (₨7,505) | ₨6,757 | + 11% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ARS $4,696 (₨1,546) | ₨2,441 | - 37% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ARS $2,399 (₨790) | ₨794 | - 1% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ARS $2,204 (₨726) | ₨706 | + 3% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | ARS $441,836 (₨145,435) | ₨72,434 | + 101% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ARS $200 (₨66) | ₨3.61 | + 1721% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | ARS $21,782 (₨7,170) | ₨2,832 | + 153% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | ARS $2,480 (₨816) | ₨441 | + 85% | |
TOTAL | + 47% |
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 8,390 prices entered by 1,204 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 18, 2024.
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Cost of living in Argentina is 47% more expensive than in Pakistan
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