Argentina
Cost of living in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires is Argentina's capital, on the Río de la Plata. Its peso has been among the most volatile currencies in the region, so dollar-denominated estimates here can move quickly in either direction. The Subte metro covers the central neighborhoods.
What it costs to live in Buenos Aires
On an average lifestyle in a 1-bed apartment, Buenos Aires comes to an estimated $977 a month: the 6th lowest of 19 cities and 9% below the median of this dataset ($1,073). Rent makes up 53% of the total. You would spend less on transport, utilities and internet.
| Lifestyle | Room | 1-bed apartment | Family apartment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frugal | $418 | $663 | $953 |
| Average | $732 | $977 | $1,402 |
| Comfortable | $1,138 | $1,458 | $1,968 |
Every figure is a modeled estimate in US dollars, not an individually observed price. Q1–Q2 2026 data, not re-verified since. Methodology
Your budget in Buenos Aires
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Monthly breakdown by category
One person, 1-bed apartment, average lifestyle. Median = the middle city of all 19.
| Category | Buenos Aires | % of total | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent | $520 | 53% | $540 |
| Groceries | $180 | 18% | $200 |
| Transport | $30 | 3% | $40 |
| Utilities | $45 | 5% | $58 |
| Internet | $22 | 2% | $28 |
| Coworking | $90 | 9% | $100 |
| Entertainment | $90 | 9% | $100 |
| Total per month | $977 | 100% | $1,073 |
Housing in Buenos Aires
Before signing, always ask about the deposit, any rent paid in advance, whether a guarantor is required and who pays utilities and building fees. These terms vary between landlords and are not fixed legal requirements.
Moving to Buenos Aires
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