Cost of living in Australia compared to Argentina
Currency:
Food | + 93% | |||
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Food in Australia is 93% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Australia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | AU$23 (ARS $12,581) | ARS $8,530 | + 47% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | AU$15 (ARS $8,168) | ARS $5,897 | + 39% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | AU$7 (ARS $3,878) | ARS $1,911 | + 103% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | AU$2.04 (ARS $1,133) | ARS $882 | + 28% | |
12 eggs, large | AU$7 (ARS $3,894) | ARS $1,929 | + 102% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | AU$6 (ARS $3,439) | ARS $1,061 | + 224% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | AU$10 (ARS $5,511) | ARS $4,091 | + 35% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | AU$5.14 (ARS $2,852) | ARS $1,592 | + 79% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | AU$3.62 (ARS $2,010) | ARS $782 | + 157% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | AU$7 (ARS $3,986) | ARS $1,079 | + 270% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | AU$21 (ARS $11,389) | ARS $4,509 | + 153% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | AU$3.70 (ARS $2,051) | ARS $1,946 | + 5% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | AU$3.35 (ARS $1,857) | ARS $429 | + 333% | |
Housing | + 409% | |||
Housing in Australia is 409% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Australia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | AU$4,709 (ARS $2,613,830) | ARS $451,018 | + 480% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | AU$3,109 (ARS $1,725,718) | ARS $318,244 | + 442% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | AU$214 (ARS $118,741) | ARS $28,854 | + 312% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | AU$2,788 (ARS $1,547,677) | ARS $337,031 | + 359% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | AU$2,151 (ARS $1,194,155) | ARS $199,181 | + 500% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | AU$174 (ARS $96,660) | ARS $25,370 | + 281% | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | AU$76 (ARS $42,330) | ARS $9,195 | + 360% | |
40” flat screen tv | AU$793 (ARS $440,262) | ARS $252,100 | + 75% | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | AU$288 (ARS $159,973) | ARS $141,734 | + 13% | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | AU$18 (ARS $9,831) | ARS $3,508 | + 180% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | AU$48 (ARS $26,488) | ARS $2,229 | + 1088% | |
Clothes | + 54% | |||
Clothes in Australia is 54% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Australia | Argentina | Diff | ||
1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | AU$129 (ARS $71,455) | ARS $47,670 | + 50% | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | AU$95 (ARS $52,699) | ARS $30,480 | + 73% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | AU$179 (ARS $99,363) | ARS $94,860 | + 5% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | AU$209 (ARS $116,226) | ARS $68,106 | + 71% | |
Transportation | + 164% | |||
Transportation in Australia is 164% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Australia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | AU$38,866 (ARS $21,575,532) | ARS $17,137,900 | + 26% | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | AU$1.99 (ARS $1,107) | ARS $716 | + 55% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | AU$185 (ARS $102,964) | ARS $27,160 | + 279% | |
Personal Care | + 85% | |||
Personal Care in Australia is 85% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Australia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | AU$7 (ARS $4,043) | ARS $3,587 | + 13% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | AU$19 (ARS $10,465) | ARS $6,490 | + 61% | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | AU$81 (ARS $44,948) | ARS $10,006 | + 349% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | AU$9 (ARS $5,030) | ARS $3,430 | + 47% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | AU$5.56 (ARS $3,085) | ARS $1,612 | + 91% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | AU$9 (ARS $4,871) | ARS $3,019 | + 61% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | AU$4.36 (ARS $2,422) | ARS $2,188 | + 11% | |
Tube of toothpaste | AU$5.30 (ARS $2,944) | ARS $1,947 | + 51% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | AU$36 (ARS $19,931) | ARS $5,524 | + 261% | |
Entertainment | + 166% | |||
Entertainment in Australia is 166% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Australia | Argentina | Diff | ||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | AU$68 (ARS $37,541) | ARS $15,397 | + 144% | |
2 tickets to the movies | AU$46 (ARS $25,462) | ARS $6,367 | + 300% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | AU$262 (ARS $145,700) | ARS $18,459 | + 689% | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | AU$127 (ARS $70,363) | ARS $22,802 | + 209% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | AU$21 (ARS $11,823) | ARS $4,696 | + 152% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | AU$5.10 (ARS $2,831) | ARS $2,399 | + 18% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | AU$11 (ARS $6,134) | ARS $2,204 | + 178% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | AU$1,070 (ARS $593,871) | ARS $441,836 | + 34% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | AU$0.95 (ARS $527) | ARS $200 | + 164% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | AU$92 (ARS $50,810) | ARS $21,782 | + 133% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | AU$43 (ARS $24,040) | ARS $2,480 | + 869% | |
TOTAL | + 176% |
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 9,717 prices entered by 1,125 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 19, 2024.
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Cost of living in Australia is 176% more expensive than in Argentina
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