Cost of living in Argentina compared to United States
Currency:
| Food | - 30% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Argentina is 30% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Argentina | United States | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ARS $23,011 ($20) | $21 | - 8% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | ARS $14,196 ($12) | $12 | + 2% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ARS $4,508 ($3.87) | $5.86 | - 34% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ARS $1,642 ($1.41) | $1.11 | + 28% | |
| 12 eggs, large | ARS $4,014 ($3.45) | $5.48 | - 37% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ARS $2,892 ($2.49) | $4.85 | - 49% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ARS $6,315 ($5.43) | $7 | - 27% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ARS $2,597 ($2.23) | $4.32 | - 48% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ARS $1,404 ($1.21) | $2.34 | - 48% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ARS $2,197 ($1.89) | $3.50 | - 46% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ARS $8,001 ($7) | $18 | - 62% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | ARS $3,427 ($2.94) | $2.94 | + 0% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ARS $1,254 ($1.08) | $3.09 | - 65% | |
| Housing | - 72% | |||
| Housing in Argentina is 72% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Argentina | United States | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | ARS $949,149 ($816) | $3,187 | - 74% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | ARS $597,220 ($513) | $2,455 | - 79% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ARS $100,479 ($86) | $230 | - 62% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | ARS $688,668 ($592) | $2,236 | - 74% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | ARS $523,308 ($450) | $1,659 | - 73% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | ARS $68,047 ($58) | $167 | - 65% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | ARS $20,562 ($18) | $62 | - 71% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | ARS $512,439 ($440) | $247 | + 79% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | ARS $250,966 ($216) | $152 | + 42% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ARS $8,359 ($7) | $15 | - 51% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ARS $8,904 ($8) | $35 | - 78% | |
| Clothes | + 21% | |||
| Clothes in Argentina is 21% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Argentina | United States | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | ARS $109,118 ($94) | $59 | + 60% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | ARS $66,702 ($57) | $51 | + 13% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | ARS $148,737 ($128) | $105 | + 21% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ARS $121,743 ($105) | $141 | - 26% | |
| Transportation | - 42% | |||
| Transportation in Argentina is 42% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Argentina | United States | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ARS $29,539,500 ($25,385) | $30,967 | - 18% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ARS $1,227 ($1.05) | $0.94 | + 12% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ARS $44,286 ($38) | $86 | - 56% | |
| Personal Care | - 51% | |||
| Personal Care in Argentina is 51% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Argentina | United States | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ARS $7,396 ($6) | $9 | - 29% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ARS $17,467 ($15) | $24 | - 38% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | ARS $29,085 ($25) | $169 | - 85% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | ARS $10,827 ($9) | $9 | - 1% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ARS $4,099 ($3.52) | $5.31 | - 34% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ARS $6,151 ($5.29) | $7 | - 23% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ARS $3,491 ($3.00) | $5.13 | - 42% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | ARS $3,788 ($3.26) | $2.42 | + 35% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ARS $16,797 ($14) | $30 | - 53% | |
| Entertainment | - 22% | |||
| Entertainment in Argentina is 22% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Argentina | United States | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ARS $44,104 ($38) | $60 | - 37% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ARS $19,039 ($16) | $30 | - 46% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ARS $60,058 ($52) | $216 | - 76% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ARS $76,932 ($66) | $104 | - 36% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ARS $10,915 ($9) | $15 | - 36% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ARS $5,655 ($4.86) | $5.91 | - 18% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ARS $4,280 ($3.68) | $8 | - 51% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | ARS $965,895 ($830) | $489 | + 70% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ARS $704 ($0.61) | $0.55 | + 10% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ARS $41,700 ($36) | $73 | - 51% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | ARS $4,230 ($3.64) | $11 | - 68% | |
| TOTAL | - 45% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 21,246 prices entered by 2,411 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 28, 2025.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Argentina is 45% cheaper than in United States
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