Cost of living in Argentina compared to Cayman Islands
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| Food | - 51% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Argentina is 51% cheaper than in Cayman Islands | ||||
| Argentina | Cayman Islands | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ARS $22,982 (CI$16) | CI$21 | - 22% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | ARS $14,225 (CI$10) | CI$10 | + 4% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ARS $4,442 (CI$3.14) | CI$8 | - 59% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ARS $1,625 (CI$1.15) | CI$4.09 | - 72% | |
| 12 eggs, large | ARS $4,014 (CI$2.84) | CI$6 | - 55% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ARS $2,881 (CI$2.04) | CI$4.39 | - 54% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ARS $6,315 (CI$4.47) | CI$8 | - 45% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ARS $2,597 (CI$1.84) | CI$6 | - 71% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ARS $1,367 (CI$0.97) | CI$4.46 | - 78% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ARS $2,197 (CI$1.55) | CI$4.84 | - 68% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ARS $8,001 (CI$5.66) | CI$28 | - 80% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | ARS $3,427 (CI$2.42) | CI$4.06 | - 40% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ARS $1,254 (CI$0.89) | CI$3.37 | - 74% | |
| Housing | - 82% | |||
| Housing in Argentina is 82% cheaper than in Cayman Islands | ||||
| Argentina | Cayman Islands | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | ARS $949,149 (CI$672) | CI$4,003 | - 83% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | ARS $597,220 (CI$423) | CI$3,020 | - 86% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ARS $100,479 (CI$71) | CI$522 | - 86% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | ARS $671,248 (CI$475) | CI$2,170 | - 78% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | ARS $523,308 (CI$370) | CI$1,517 | - 76% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | ARS $68,047 (CI$48) | CI$349 | - 86% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | ARS $20,562 (CI$15) | CI$148 | - 90% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | ARS $512,439 (CI$363) | CI$415 | - 13% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | ARS $250,966 (CI$178) | CI$176 | + 1% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ARS $8,359 (CI$5.92) | CI$10 | - 40% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ARS $8,148 (CI$5.77) | CI$12 | - 53% | |
| Clothes | - 38% | |||
| Clothes in Argentina is 38% cheaper than in Cayman Islands | ||||
| Argentina | Cayman Islands | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | ARS $109,118 (CI$77) | CI$45 | + 72% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | ARS $58,788 (CI$42) | CI$125 | - 67% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | ARS $148,890 (CI$105) | CI$70 | + 51% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ARS $121,743 (CI$86) | CI$121 | - 29% | |
| Transportation | - 54% | |||
| Transportation in Argentina is 54% cheaper than in Cayman Islands | ||||
| Argentina | Cayman Islands | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ARS $29,788,600 (CI$21,080) | CI$35,000 | - 40% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ARS $1,237 (CI$0.88) | CI$1.82 | - 52% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ARS $44,286 (CI$31) | CI$83 | - 62% | |
| Personal Care | - 44% | |||
| Personal Care in Argentina is 44% cheaper than in Cayman Islands | ||||
| Argentina | Cayman Islands | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ARS $7,396 (CI$5.23) | CI$5.06 | + 3% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ARS $17,467 (CI$12) | CI$8 | + 55% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | ARS $29,085 (CI$21) | CI$76 | - 73% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | ARS $10,827 (CI$8) | CI$5.00 | + 53% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ARS $3,752 (CI$2.66) | CI$5.73 | - 54% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ARS $6,151 (CI$4.35) | CI$6 | - 29% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ARS $3,491 (CI$2.47) | CI$5.50 | - 55% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | ARS $3,788 (CI$2.68) | CI$3.04 | - 12% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ARS $16,797 (CI$12) | CI$45 | - 73% | |
| Entertainment | - 57% | |||
| Entertainment in Argentina is 57% cheaper than in Cayman Islands | ||||
| Argentina | Cayman Islands | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ARS $44,104 (CI$31) | CI$65 | - 52% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ARS $19,039 (CI$13) | CI$29 | - 53% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ARS $60,058 (CI$43) | CI$40 | + 6% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ARS $76,932 (CI$54) | CI$125 | - 56% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ARS $10,915 (CI$8) | CI$8 | - 3% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ARS $5,440 (CI$3.85) | CI$7 | - 41% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ARS $4,280 (CI$3.03) | CI$6.00 | - 50% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | ARS $965,895 (CI$684) | CI$1,000 | - 32% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ARS $704 (CI$0.50) | - | - | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ARS $41,700 (CI$30) | CI$264 | - 89% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | ARS $4,230 (CI$2.99) | CI$9 | - 68% | |
| TOTAL | - 63% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 5,108 prices entered by 513 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 30, 2025.
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Cost of living in Argentina is 63% cheaper than in Cayman Islands
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