Chile
Live cost-of-living data across 2 cities in Chile — average cost index 28/100 (New York = 100), ranging from 20 to 35. Sourced by AI, refreshed regularly.
Cost of living by city in Chile
Ranked cheapest first. Cost index anchored to New York = 100.
Frequently asked questions
Is Chile cheap to live in?
Across 2 cities in Chile, the average cost-of-living index is 28 (New York = 100) — from 20 in Santiago to 35 in Valparaiso. It's meaningfully cheaper than the US and Western Europe.
What is the cheapest city in Chile?
Santiago is the most affordable city we track in Chile, with a cost-of-living index of 20 (New York = 100) and a 1-bedroom city-center rent around $636/month.
How much does it cost to live in Chile per month?
A single person can live comfortably in the cheaper cities of Chile for roughly $400–$560/month. Costs scale up toward Valparaiso. See the full city-by-city breakdown above.
Compare Santiago with anywhere
Dig into any Chile city, or see where your salary stretches furthest worldwide.