Cost of living in Argentina compared to Malta
Currency:
| Food | - 25% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Argentina is 25% cheaper than in Malta | ||||
| Argentina | Malta | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ARS $23,072 (€17) | €25 | - 32% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | ARS $13,889 (€10) | €12 | - 15% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ARS $4,090 (€3.01) | €4.00 | - 25% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ARS $1,597 (€1.17) | €1.09 | + 8% | |
| 12 eggs, large | ARS $3,820 (€2.81) | €2.65 | + 6% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ARS $2,751 (€2.02) | €2.26 | - 10% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ARS $6,213 (€4.57) | €7 | - 35% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ARS $2,505 (€1.84) | €2.50 | - 26% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ARS $1,366 (€1.01) | €2.00 | - 50% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ARS $2,037 (€1.50) | €1.75 | - 14% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ARS $7,182 (€5.28) | €12 | - 56% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | ARS $3,219 (€2.37) | €2.00 | + 18% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ARS $1,076 (€0.79) | €1.50 | - 47% | |
| Housing | - 51% | |||
| Housing in Argentina is 51% cheaper than in Malta | ||||
| Argentina | Malta | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | ARS $914,724 (€673) | €1,630 | - 59% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | ARS $565,544 (€416) | €1,464 | - 72% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ARS $81,777 (€60) | €93 | - 35% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | ARS $667,019 (€491) | €1,093 | - 55% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | ARS $526,948 (€388) | €739 | - 48% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | ARS $63,844 (€47) | €69 | - 31% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | ARS $18,514 (€14) | €15 | - 9% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | ARS $459,643 (€338) | €392 | - 14% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | ARS $256,609 (€189) | €120 | + 57% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ARS $8,255 (€6) | €7 | - 13% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ARS $5,694 (€4.19) | €12 | - 64% | |
| Clothes | + 13% | |||
| Clothes in Argentina is 13% more expensive than in Malta | ||||
| Argentina | Malta | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | ARS $105,285 (€77) | €80 | - 3% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | ARS $62,545 (€46) | €30 | + 52% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | ARS $152,481 (€112) | €100 | + 12% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ARS $121,672 (€90) | €120 | - 25% | |
| Transportation | + 8% | |||
| Transportation in Argentina is 8% more expensive than in Malta | ||||
| Argentina | Malta | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ARS $29,814,500 (€21,939) | €26,952 | - 19% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ARS $1,232 (€0.91) | €1.34 | - 32% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ARS $44,259 (€33) | €21 | + 55% | |
| Personal Care | - 23% | |||
| Personal Care in Argentina is 23% cheaper than in Malta | ||||
| Argentina | Malta | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ARS $8,571 (€6) | €12 | - 47% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ARS $16,032 (€12) | €20 | - 41% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | ARS $30,705 (€23) | €15 | + 51% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | ARS $6,262 (€4.61) | €12 | - 62% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ARS $3,711 (€2.73) | €3.00 | - 9% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ARS $5,341 (€3.93) | €3.26 | + 20% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ARS $3,183 (€2.34) | €2.87 | - 18% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | ARS $3,439 (€2.53) | €2.50 | + 1% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ARS $16,726 (€12) | €15 | - 18% | |
| Entertainment | - 24% | |||
| Entertainment in Argentina is 24% cheaper than in Malta | ||||
| Argentina | Malta | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ARS $43,176 (€32) | €60 | - 47% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ARS $19,562 (€14) | €21 | - 31% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ARS $60,542 (€45) | €80 | - 44% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ARS $75,172 (€55) | €100 | - 45% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ARS $10,183 (€7) | €9 | - 17% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ARS $6,006 (€4.42) | €3.50 | + 26% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ARS $4,065 (€2.99) | €4.09 | - 27% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | ARS $965,895 (€711) | €634 | + 12% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ARS $704 (€0.52) | €0.54 | - 4% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ARS $41,238 (€30) | €54 | - 43% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | ARS $4,230 (€3.11) | €5.90 | - 47% | |
| TOTAL | - 25% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 5,129 prices entered by 531 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 17, 2025.
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Cost of living in Argentina is 25% cheaper than in Malta
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