Cost of living in Jordan compared to Argentina
Currency:
Food | + 45% | |||
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Food in Jordan is 45% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Jordan | Argentina | Diff | ||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | Dinar 11 (ARS $13,250) | ARS $8,789 | + 51% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | Dinar 6 (ARS $7,381) | ARS $6,147 | + 20% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | Dinar 3.150 (ARS $3,798) | ARS $1,980 | + 92% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | Dinar 1.211 (ARS $1,461) | ARS $922 | + 58% | |
12 eggs, large | Dinar 1.749 (ARS $2,109) | ARS $1,983 | + 6% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | Dinar 0.526 (ARS $634) | ARS $1,161 | - 45% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | Dinar 3.617 (ARS $4,361) | ARS $4,188 | + 4% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | Dinar 1.375 (ARS $1,658) | ARS $1,598 | + 4% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | Dinar 0.587 (ARS $708) | ARS $826 | - 14% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | Dinar 2.909 (ARS $3,507) | ARS $1,081 | + 224% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | Dinar 14 (ARS $17,071) | ARS $4,384 | + 289% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | Dinar 1.250 (ARS $1,507) | ARS $1,997 | - 25% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | Dinar 0.275 (ARS $332) | ARS $491 | - 32% | |
Housing | + 70% | |||
Housing in Jordan is 70% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Jordan | Argentina | Diff | ||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | Dinar 761 (ARS $917,226) | ARS $504,478 | + 82% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | Dinar 350 (ARS $422,257) | ARS $334,056 | + 26% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | Dinar 140 (ARS $169,399) | ARS $37,425 | + 353% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | Dinar 450 (ARS $542,575) | ARS $316,495 | + 71% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | Dinar 250 (ARS $301,431) | ARS $214,592 | + 40% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | Dinar 29 (ARS $34,397) | ARS $29,648 | + 16% | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | Dinar 15 (ARS $18,086) | ARS $11,519 | + 57% | |
40” flat screen tv | Dinar 53 (ARS $64,249) | ARS $272,511 | - 76% | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | Dinar 103 (ARS $124,230) | ARS $142,393 | - 13% | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | Dinar 5.986 (ARS $7,218) | ARS $3,912 | + 84% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | Dinar 5.000 (ARS $6,029) | ARS $3,173 | + 90% | |
Clothes | - 1% | |||
Clothes in Jordan is about the same as in Argentina | ||||
Jordan | Argentina | Diff | ||
1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | Dinar 70 (ARS $84,401) | ARS $56,942 | + 48% | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | Dinar 24 (ARS $28,351) | ARS $33,538 | - 15% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | Dinar 50 (ARS $60,405) | ARS $100,376 | - 40% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | Dinar 69 (ARS $83,499) | ARS $79,547 | + 5% | |
Transportation | + 64% | |||
Transportation in Jordan is 64% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Jordan | Argentina | Diff | ||
Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | Dinar 24,304 (ARS $29,303,281) | ARS $16,869,900 | + 74% | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | Dinar 0.950 (ARS $1,145) | ARS $728 | + 57% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | Dinar 39 (ARS $46,727) | ARS $27,135 | + 72% | |
Personal Care | + 59% | |||
Personal Care in Jordan is 59% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Jordan | Argentina | Diff | ||
Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | Dinar 4.246 (ARS $5,120) | ARS $3,179 | + 61% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | Dinar 8 (ARS $9,760) | ARS $6,533 | + 49% | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | Dinar 20 (ARS $24,666) | ARS $12,320 | + 100% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | Dinar 5.838 (ARS $7,039) | ARS $3,940 | + 79% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | Dinar 3.750 (ARS $4,521) | ARS $2,032 | + 123% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | Dinar 4.208 (ARS $5,073) | ARS $3,506 | + 45% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | Dinar 1.811 (ARS $2,184) | ARS $2,494 | - 12% | |
Tube of toothpaste | Dinar 2.312 (ARS $2,788) | ARS $2,115 | + 32% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | Dinar 9 (ARS $11,257) | ARS $5,779 | + 95% | |
Entertainment | + 51% | |||
Entertainment in Jordan is 51% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Jordan | Argentina | Diff | ||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | Dinar 50 (ARS $60,286) | ARS $21,123 | + 185% | |
2 tickets to the movies | Dinar 19 (ARS $22,836) | ARS $7,619 | + 200% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | Dinar 41 (ARS $49,391) | ARS $58,073 | - 15% | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | Dinar 30 (ARS $36,172) | ARS $22,565 | + 60% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | Dinar 6 (ARS $7,618) | ARS $6,086 | + 25% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | Dinar 3.742 (ARS $4,512) | ARS $2,443 | + 85% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | Dinar 4.602 (ARS $5,548) | ARS $2,380 | + 133% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | Dinar 273 (ARS $328,863) | ARS $403,195 | - 18% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | Dinar 0.091 (ARS $109) | ARS $191 | - 43% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | Dinar 50 (ARS $60,286) | ARS $22,726 | + 165% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | Dinar 3.116 (ARS $3,757) | ARS $2,408 | + 56% | |
TOTAL | + 53% |
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 7,190 prices entered by 790 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 27, 2024.
Exchange rate:
1205.723
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Cost of living in Jordan is 53% more expensive than in Argentina
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