What are the prices in Argentina?Wondering how much dinner costs?What is the cost of accommodation?How much money do I need for shopping in a supermarket in Argentina?
Alicia Taylor recently visited Argentina and prepared this article about prices in Argentina.Find out about average prices in Argentina, including food prices, restaurants, beer, accommodation, transportation and more.
What currency is used in Argentina?
Here is information about currency:
The currency of Argentina is Argentine Peso (ARS).1$ (peso) is divided into 100 centavo.There are 6 different coins: 5¢, 10¢, 25¢, 50¢, $1, $2.There are 6 different bank notes with the following values: $2, $5, $10, $20, $50, $100.To avoid unexpected risks of receiving fake money, we reccommend checking the currency when trading.Be especially careful with those banknotes: $100, $50.
- For 1€ Euro you can get: 1.09USD US Dollar (USD)
- For 1£ British Pound (GBP) you can get: 1.28USD US Dollar (USD)
- For 1₽ Russian ruble (RUB) you can get: 0.01USD US Dollar (USD)
Is Argentina an expensive country?
Prices of basic products in Argentina are lower than in United States.You have to pay 2.27 times less for shopping in Argentina than in United States.The average accommodation cost in Argentina range from: 24USD in hostel to 82USD in 3 star hotel.Price per night in a luxury hotel in Argentina is about 165USD.
Using public transport in Argentina comes at a cost of: 0.25USD for a one-way ticket.The price for renting a car in Argentina (e.g. Volkswagen Golf or Toyota Corolla) to 23,000USD.If you prefer taxi, remember that the price of a taxi in Argentina depends on several factors.Taxi starting price is about: 1.00USD.For 1 km ride in Argentina you have to pay about: 0.75USD.
See also how prices have changed in previous years: Price changes in previous years in Argentina
Argentina Prices 2020
Cost of living in Argentina is:
- 2.64 times lower than in Washington
- 2.18 times lower than in Jacksonville
- 2.18 times lower than in Houston
- 2.27 times lower than in Oklahoma City
- 3.14 times lower than in New York City
Is food expensive in Argentina?
Food prices in supermarkets are lower than in United States.For example, in Argentina you have to pay for:
- Bottle or carton of milk (1 liter): 0.81USD
- Popular yellow cheese (1 kg): 6.50USD
- A bottle of beer from a known brand: 1.90USD
- A sausage or cold cuts (1 kg): 8.30USD
- A mid-range wine (one bottle): 3.00USD
How much money do I need for a week's stay in Argentina?
If you want to spend a week in Argentina the cost of your stay will be:
- 329USD - a cheap stay for 7 days in Argentina
- 507USD - a budget travel for 7 days in Argentina
- 837USD for a one week of comfortable stay in Argentina
- 1,800USD for a week of luxury holidays in Argentina
What is a cost of meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) in Argentina? What is the average cost of lunch in Argentina?
In Argentina, a typical fast food meal costs: 5.00USD for a McMeal at McDonalds or BurgerKing (or similar combo meal), and 1.50USD for a cheeseburger.For coffee lovers: cappuccino coffee 1.60USD and espresso 1.10USD.
More information about meals budget you can find in our: Travel cost guide.
How much do cigarettes cost in Argentina?
Cigarettes are cheaper in Argentina than in United States.Average cost of a pack of local cigarettes is 1.60USD.For more famous brands such: Dunhill, Gauloises, Camel you have to pay about 2.00USD.
Bellow you can find information about food and beverages prices in supermarkets and groceries.You can read also about prices in hotels, cafes and restaurants in Argentina.
Average prices in restaurants and pubs, transportation, taxi, groceries, salaries, food, hotels and rentals in Argentina.
Currency: Argentine Peso
How much is a hotel in Argentina?
Average hotel price in Argentina is 1.34 times lower than average price in United States
Top luxury hotels in Argentina
| Average hotel price in Argentina is: | 65 USD | 60 EURO | 5,965 RUB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hostels prices in Argentina are around: | 24 USD | 22 EURO | 2,204 RUB |
| Price of 1 star hotel in Argentina is around: | 41 USD | 37 EURO | 3,722 RUB |
| Price of 2 star hotel in Argentina is around: | 70 USD | 64 EURO | 6,372 RUB |
| Price of 3 star hotel in Argentina is around: | 82 USD | 75 EURO | 7,505 RUB |
| Price of 4 star hotel in Argentina is around: | 88 USD | 81 EURO | 8,038 RUB |
| Price of 5 star hotel in Argentina is around: | 165 USD | 152 EURO | 15,134 RUB |
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How much does it cost to rent a car in Argentina?
Car rental average prices in Argentina
| Car | Price |
|---|---|
| Average price | 72USD |
| Compact car | 61USD |
| Economy car | 50USD |
| SUV | 92USD |
| Car Mini | 105USD |
| Passenger Van | 105USD |
Is food expensive in Argentina? How much does an inexpensive meal cost in Argentina?
Prices in restaurants in Argentina.
| Meal in a cheap restaurant | 6.70 USD (3.50-12) | 6.10 EUR (3.20-11) |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 25 USD (19-60) | 23 EUR (17-55) |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 5.00 USD (4.50-7.00) | 4.60 EUR (4.10-6.50) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 1.80 USD (1.00-3.20) | 1.60 EUR (0.92-2.90) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 2.50 USD (1.50-4.00) | 2.20 EUR (1.40-3.70) |
| co*ke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 1.10 USD (0.66-2.00) | 1.00 EUR (0.60-1.80) |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 0.84 USD (0.50-1.50) | 0.77 EUR (0.46-1.40) |
| Cappuccino (regular) | 1.60 USD (0.60-3.80) | 1.50 EUR (0.55-3.40) |
| Espresso Coffee | 1.10 USD (0.42-2.60) | 1.00 EUR (0.39-2.40) |
| Cheeseburger (fastfood) | 1.50 USD (1.30-2.10) | 1.40 EUR (1.20-1.90) |
Can you eat cheaply in Argentina?
How much should you pay for cheese, eggs, milk or oranges in Argentina?
Prices in supermarkets in Argentina.
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 0.81 USD (0.50-1.10) | 0.74 EUR (0.46-0.98) |
| A loaf of fresh white bread (500g) | 1.10 USD (0.50-3.00) | 0.97 EUR (0.46-2.80) |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 1.40 USD (0.72-2.40) | 1.30 EUR (0.66-2.20) |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 6.50 USD (3.00-12) | 5.90 EUR (2.80-11) |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 0.89 USD (0.50-1.50) | 0.82 EUR (0.46-1.40) |
| A bottle of wine (Mid-Range) | 3.00 USD (2.00-6.00) | 2.80 EUR (1.80-5.50) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 1.10 USD (0.60-2.00) | 1.00 EUR (0.55-1.80) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 1.90 USD (1.00-2.70) | 1.70 EUR (0.92-2.50) |
| Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro) | 2.00 USD (1.50-3.00) | 1.80 EUR (1.40-2.80) |
| Chicken breasts (skinless and boneless) - (1kg) | 3.90 USD (2.00-6.30) | 3.60 EUR (1.80-5.80) |
| Apples (1kg) | 1.50 USD (0.75-2.60) | 1.40 EUR (0.69-2.40) |
| Oranges (1kg) | 0.89 USD (0.30-2.00) | 0.82 EUR (0.28-1.80) |
| Potatoes (1kg) | 0.71 USD (0.30-1.10) | 0.65 EUR (0.28-1.00) |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 0.97 USD (0.40-1.80) | 0.89 EUR (0.37-1.70) |
| Rice (white) (1kg) | 0.86 USD (0.50-1.50) | 0.79 EUR (0.46-1.40) |
| Tomato (1kg) | 1.40 USD (0.50-2.30) | 1.30 EUR (0.46-2.10) |
| Bananas (1kg) | 1.30 USD (0.80-3.00) | 1.20 EUR (0.73-2.80) |
| Onions (1kg) | 0.78 USD (0.40-1.50) | 0.72 EUR (0.37-1.40) |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 6.30 USD (3.80-10.00) | 5.80 EUR (3.40-9.20) |
| Pears (1kg) | 1.80 USD (0.90-3.10) | 1.70 EUR (0.83-2.90) |
| Cucumber (1kg) | 0.77 USD (0.28-1.30) | 0.71 EUR (0.25-1.20) |
| Perrier Water (small bottle 0,33l) | 0.65 USD (0.37-1.10) | 0.60 EUR (0.34-1.00) |
| Sausages (1kg) | 8.30 USD (4.30-14) | 7.70 EUR (3.90-13) |
| Cottage cheese (1kg) | 4.40 USD (2.00-8.30) | 4.00 EUR (1.90-7.60) |
| Whisky | 13 USD | 12 EUR |
| Rum | 4.90 USD | 4.50 EUR |
| Vodka | 4.20 USD | 3.80 EUR |
| Gin | 4.40 USD | 4.00 EUR |
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How much do you have to pay for a fuel or a taxi in Argentina?
Prices of Transportation and fuel in Argentina.
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 0.25 USD (0.13-0.52) | 0.23 EUR (0.11-0.48) |
| Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 15 USD (5.00-30) | 14 EUR (4.60-27) |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 0.91 USD (0.60-1.30) | 0.84 EUR (0.55-1.20) |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) | 25,000 USD (17,000-35,000) | 22,000 EUR (16,000-32,000) |
| Toyota Corolla 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) | 23,000 USD (19,000-30,000) | 21,000 EUR (17,000-27,000) |
| Taxi starting price (normal tariff) | 1.00 USD (0.60-2.00) | 0.92 EUR (0.55-1.80) |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 0.75 USD (0.37-1.50) | 0.69 EUR (0.34-1.40) |
| Taxi 1 hour waiting (normal tariff) | 5.00 USD (2.90-10.00) | 4.60 EUR (2.70-9.20) |
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Is it expensive to live in Argentina?
Rent Prices Per Month in Argentina.
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 238 USD (150-471) | 218 EUR (138-432) |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 176 USD (100-350) | 162 EUR (92-321) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 458 USD (274-1,000) | 421 EUR (252-918) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 342 USD (190-800) | 314 EUR (174-735) |
Prices of Utilities (Monthly) in Argentina.
| Charges (electricity, heating, water, garbage) for an 85m2 apartment | 48 USD (28-99) | 44 EUR (26-91) |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile local tariff (No discounts or plans) | 0.22 USD (0.10-0.30) | 0.20 EUR (0.09-0.28) |
| Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) | 21 USD (12-40) | 20 EUR (11-37) |
Prices of Sports And Leisure in Argentina. How much does a cinema ticket cost in Argentina?
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 21 USD (10.00-35) | 19 EUR (9.20-32) |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour during a weekend) | 9.50 USD (5.00-17) | 8.70 EUR (4.60-16) |
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 4.90 USD (3.00-9.50) | 4.50 EUR (2.80-8.70) |
Prices of Clothing And Shoes in Argentina.
| 1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) | 64 USD (25-114) | 59 EUR (23-105) |
| 1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M,...) | 50 USD (21-120) | 46 EUR (19-110) |
| 1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | 107 USD (50-170) | 98 EUR (46-156) |
| 1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes | 96 USD (45-178) | 88 EUR (41-163) |
Childcare prices in Argentina.
| Preschool (or Kindergarten), Private, Monthly for 1 Child | 146 USD (73-349) | 134 EUR (67-320) |
| International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child | 4,200 USD (2,100-8,500) | 3,900 EUR (1,900-7,800) |
Apartment Price in Argentina. How much does a flat in Argentina cost?
| Price per square meter for an apartment in city centre | 2,100 USD (1,200-3,000) | 1,900 EUR (1,100-2,800) |
| Price per square meter for an apartment outside of city centre | 1,600 USD (1,000-2,500) | 1,500 EUR (918-2,200) |
What salary do you need to live in Argentina?
Salaries And Financing in Argentina.
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 419 USD | 385 EUR | |
| Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly | 47.86% (25.00% - 70.00%) | - | - |
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Price changes in previous years in Argentina
I like to have a snack while sightseeing. Have the prices of hamburgers and fries increased in recent years in Argentina?
The price of a burger with fries and Coca-Cola or Pepsi in a fast food bar has changed in recent years: 2010: $6.6, 2011: $8, 2012: $9, 2013: $9.6, 2014: $8, 2015: $9, 2016: $8.7, 2017: $8.8, 2018: $7.2, 2019: $6.3, 2020: $6.5
What about vegetable prices in Argentina? Are they higher than a few years ago?
We can compare vegetable prices in previous years on the example of tomatoes: 2012: $2, 2013: $2.2, 2014: $2.5, 2015: $2.4, 2016: $2.1, 2017: $2, 2018: $1.6, 2019: $1.3, 2020: $1.4
Will we pay much more for dairy and milk products in Argentina compared to previous years?
To estimate the evolution of milk product prices, it is best to look at how milk prices have changed: 2010: $3.8, 2011: $4.3, 2012: $5.4, 2013: $6.8, 2016: $17, 2017: $22, 2018: $28
I like fruit very much and I would like to know if fruit has become cheaper in Argentina in recent years?
Changes in fruit prices can be seen on the example of apple prices: 2011: $1.7, 2012: $2.5, 2013: $2.3, 2014: $2.2, 2015: $2.4, 2016: $2.2, 2017: $2.4, 2018: $1.9, 2019: $1.4, 2020: $1.4
Are sports articles and clothing more expensive in Argentina than before? How about the prices of sports shoes?
Prices of sports shoes have changed recently: 2010: $99, 2011: $120, 2012: $130, 2013: $120, 2014: $110, 2015: $110, 2016: $120, 2017: $130, 2018: $97, 2019: $79, 2020: $85
Have the prices of renting apartments increased significantly in Argentina?
Rental prices in the city center in recent years have been as follows: 2010: $3,300, 2011: $3,400, 2012: $3,900, 2013: $4,000, 2016: $11,000, 2017: $13,000, 2018: $18,000.
Prices in Argentina. Historic data last years
Average fuel price in Argentina is 1.40 times bigger than average price in United States (fuel prices in Argentina for 1 liter = 0.264 gallons)
| Petrol price in Argentina is around | 1.30 USD | 1.20 EURO |
| Diesel fuel price in Argentina is around | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
Bus tickets, subway, taxi
Average transport price in Argentina is 3.26 times lower than average price in United States
| Local transport. One-way ticket prices in Argentina is around: | 0.41 USD | 0.38 EURO |
| Local transport. Monthly pass in Argentina is around: | 18 USD | 16 EURO |
| Taxi starting price in Argentina is around: | 1.70 USD | 1.50 EURO |
| Taxi – fare for 1km in Argentina is around: | 0.96 USD | 0.88 EURO |
| Taxi – waiting time (1 hour) in Argentina is around: | 10 USD | 9.30 EURO |
Meal price in a restaurant
Average price of a meal in a restaurant in Argentina is 1.04 times lower than average price in United States
| Budget restaurant (price per 1 person) in Argentina is around: | 10 USD | 9.20 EURO |
| Mid-range restaurant (meal for 2 people) in Argentina is around: | 37 USD | 34 EURO |
| Fast Food combo in Argentina is around: | 9.00 USD | 8.20 EURO |
| Price of a cheeseburger in Argentina is around: | 2.80 USD | 2.50 EURO |
| Price of french fries in Argentina is around: | 2.60 USD | 2.40 EURO |
| Price of a cappuccino in Argentina is around: | 3.00 USD | 2.80 EURO |
| Price of a Coca-Cola or Pepsi (0,5L) in Argentina is around: | 3.20 USD | 2.90 EURO |
Food prices
Average food prices in Argentina are 1.30 times lower than average price in United States
| Price of a local beer (0.3 liter bottle) in Argentina is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
| Price of a local beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Argentina is around: | 1.50 USD | 1.40 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,3 liter bottle) in Argentina is around: | 2.60 USD | 2.40 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Argentina is around: | 4.00 USD | 3.70 EURO |
| Price of table wine in Argentina is around: | 5.40 USD | 4.90 EURO |
| Price of cigarettes in Argentina is around: | 1.90 USD | 1.80 EURO |
| Price of a Cola/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) in Argentina is around: | 1.50 USD | 1.40 EURO |
| Price of Perrier water (0.33 liter bottle) in Argentina is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
| Price of water (1.5 liter bottle) in Argentina is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
| Price of milk (1 liter bottle) in Argentina is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
| Price of bread (0,5 kg) in Argentina is around: | 1.50 USD | 1.40 EURO |
| Price of eggs (10 pieces) in Argentina is around: | 1.80 USD | 1.60 EURO |
| Price of cheese (1kg) in Argentina is around: | 10 USD | 9.30 EURO |
| Price of cottage cheese price in Argentina is around: | 0.69 USD | 0.63 EURO |
| Price of a sausage (1kg) in Argentina is around: | 18 USD | 17 EURO |
| Price of a chicken (1kg) in Argentina is around: | 8.50 USD | 7.80 EURO |
| Price of apples (1kg) in Argentina is around: | 2.20 USD | 2.00 EURO |
| Price of pears (1kg) in Argentina is around: | 2.60 USD | 2.40 EURO |
| Price of a oranges (1kg) in Argentina is around: | 1.40 USD | 1.30 EURO |
| Price of potatoes (1kg) in Argentina is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
| Price of a lettuce in Argentina is around: | 1.10 USD | 1.00 EURO |
| Price of white rice (1kg) in Argentina is around: | 1.70 USD | 1.50 EURO |
| Price of tomatoes (1Kg) in Argentina is around: | 2.10 USD | 1.90 EURO |
| Price of a cucumbers (1kg) in Argentina is around: | 1.10 USD | 1.00 EURO |
