Cost of Living in Bariloche, Argentina

Bariloche has a cost of living index of 45/100 (New York = 100). It is 55% cheaper than New York. Data sourced live via AI — updated regularly.

45/100
Cost Index
$2,920/mo
Median Income
65/100
Safety Index
subpolar oceanic
Climate

Cost Breakdown by Category

HousingScore: 35/100
1-Bed Apartment (City Center)$950/month
1-Bed Apartment (Outside Center)$680/month
3-Bed Apartment (City Center)$1,190/month
Food & GroceriesScore: 35/100
Milk (1 liter)$0.9/liter
Bread (500g loaf)$1.2/loaf
Rice (1 kg)$1/kg
Dining OutScore: 40/100
Meal at Inexpensive Restaurant$10/meal
Meal for 2 (Mid-Range)$40/meal
McMeal at McDonald's$7/meal
TransportationScore: 40/100
Monthly Transit Pass$35/month
One-Way Ticket$1.2/trip
Taxi (1 km)$0.8/km
UtilitiesScore: 40/100
Basic (Elec, Heat, Water, Garbage) 85m2$95/month
Internet (60+ Mbps)$35/month
Mobile Plan (10GB+)$25/month
HealthcareScore: 55/100
Doctor Visit (15 min)$60/visit
Dentist Visit$75/visit
Prescription Medicine (avg)$10/course
EntertainmentScore: 40/100
Cinema Ticket (1 seat)$9/ticket
Theater Ticket$30/ticket
Museum Entry$12/ticket
FitnessScore: 45/100
Gym Membership (monthly)$35/month
Tennis Court Rent (1 hr)$15/hour
Swimming Pool (adult entry)$6/entry
Personal CareScore: 40/100
Haircut (Men)$15/cut
Haircut (Women)$30/cut
Shampoo (400ml)$4/bottle
ClothingScore: 45/100
Jeans (Levi's or similar)$50/pair
Summer Dress (Zara/H&M)$32/piece
Running Shoes (Nike/Adidas)$70/pair

Digital Nomad Profile

25 Mbps
Internet Speed
$75
Coworking/Month
fair
Café WiFi
low
English Level
growing
Nomad Community
68/100
Walkability

Best neighborhoods: Centro, Belgrano, Bustillo Corridor

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bariloche cheap to live in?

Bariloche has a cost of living index of 45/100, where New York = 100. It is 55% cheaper than New York. A single person can live comfortably for approximately $900–$1,260 per month.

How much does rent cost in Bariloche?

A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center of Bariloche costs approximately $950/month. Outside the center, expect to pay around $680/month.

Is Bariloche good for digital nomads?

Bariloche has a growing digital nomad community. Average internet speed is 25 Mbps, café wifi reliability is fair, and coworking spaces run about $75/month. English proficiency is low.

What is the average salary in Bariloche?

The median net monthly salary in Bariloche is approximately $2,920 USD. The income tax rate is around 20%.

How does Bariloche compare to New York for cost of living?

Bariloche (cost index 45) is 55% cheaper than New York (cost index 100). You could save roughly $1,375/month by moving from New York to Bariloche.

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