Cost of living in Argentina compared to Greece
Currency:
| Food | - 7% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Argentina is 7% cheaper than in Greece | ||||
| Argentina | Greece | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ARS $22,982 (€17) | €17 | + 0% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | ARS $14,225 (€11) | €8 | + 35% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ARS $4,442 (€3.31) | €4.47 | - 26% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ARS $1,625 (€1.21) | €1.75 | - 31% | |
| 12 eggs, large | ARS $4,014 (€2.99) | €5.22 | - 43% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ARS $2,881 (€2.14) | €1.96 | + 9% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ARS $6,315 (€4.70) | €7 | - 34% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ARS $2,597 (€1.93) | €2.12 | - 9% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ARS $1,367 (€1.02) | €1.21 | - 16% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ARS $2,197 (€1.63) | €1.45 | + 13% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ARS $8,001 (€5.95) | €14 | - 57% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | ARS $3,427 (€2.55) | €2.09 | + 22% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ARS $1,254 (€0.93) | €0.99 | - 5% | |
| Housing | - 33% | |||
| Housing in Argentina is 33% cheaper than in Greece | ||||
| Argentina | Greece | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | ARS $949,149 (€706) | €1,084 | - 35% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | ARS $597,220 (€444) | €728 | - 39% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ARS $100,479 (€75) | €179 | - 58% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | ARS $671,248 (€500) | €685 | - 27% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | ARS $523,308 (€389) | €480 | - 19% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | ARS $68,047 (€51) | €147 | - 66% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | ARS $20,562 (€15) | €21 | - 28% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | ARS $512,439 (€381) | €375 | + 2% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | ARS $250,966 (€187) | €125 | + 49% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ARS $8,359 (€6) | €10 | - 37% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ARS $8,148 (€6) | €10 | - 37% | |
| Clothes | + 17% | |||
| Clothes in Argentina is 17% more expensive than in Greece | ||||
| Argentina | Greece | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | ARS $109,118 (€81) | €81 | - 0% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | ARS $58,788 (€44) | €29 | + 50% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | ARS $148,890 (€111) | €93 | + 19% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ARS $121,743 (€91) | €102 | - 11% | |
| Transportation | - 4% | |||
| Transportation in Argentina is 4% cheaper than in Greece | ||||
| Argentina | Greece | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ARS $29,788,600 (€22,170) | €23,869 | - 7% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ARS $1,237 (€0.92) | €1.85 | - 50% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ARS $44,286 (€33) | €26 | + 28% | |
| Personal Care | - 8% | |||
| Personal Care in Argentina is 8% cheaper than in Greece | ||||
| Argentina | Greece | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ARS $7,396 (€5.50) | €4.48 | + 23% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ARS $17,467 (€13) | €9 | + 53% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | ARS $29,085 (€22) | €47 | - 54% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | ARS $10,827 (€8) | €5.03 | + 60% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ARS $3,752 (€2.79) | €4.18 | - 33% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ARS $6,151 (€4.58) | €4.13 | + 11% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ARS $3,491 (€2.60) | €2.44 | + 7% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | ARS $3,788 (€2.82) | €2.98 | - 5% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ARS $16,797 (€13) | €13 | - 6% | |
| Entertainment | - 21% | |||
| Entertainment in Argentina is 21% cheaper than in Greece | ||||
| Argentina | Greece | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ARS $44,104 (€33) | €42 | - 21% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ARS $19,039 (€14) | €17 | - 18% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ARS $60,058 (€45) | €61 | - 26% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ARS $76,932 (€57) | €65 | - 12% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ARS $10,915 (€8) | €11 | - 29% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ARS $5,440 (€4.05) | €4.40 | - 8% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ARS $4,280 (€3.19) | €4.70 | - 32% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | ARS $965,895 (€719) | €1,025 | - 30% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ARS $704 (€0.52) | - | - | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ARS $41,700 (€31) | €44 | - 29% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | ARS $4,230 (€3.15) | €4.90 | - 36% | |
| TOTAL | - 15% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 5,681 prices entered by 586 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 30, 2025.
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Cost of living in Argentina is 15% cheaper than in Greece
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