Cost of Living in Puente Alto
For one person, living costs in Puente Alto are estimated at $146 a month, including rent and utilities – 86% below the national average. Rent and utilities take less than a third of the total.
How much you'll spend in Puente Alto
Real prices from locals and on-the-ground checks – rent, groceries, transit and the daily extras. Here's what a month in Puente Alto actually costs, broken down by who's living it.
A single person spends around $146 per month with rent, or $146 for everyday expenses alone.
A couple spends around $248 per month with rent, or $248 for everyday expenses alone.
A family of three spends around $350 per month with rent, or $350 without housing.
CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.
Last update: October 12, 2026
Categories marked with * are only partly priced – their share counts the items that do have prices.
Categories marked with * are only partly priced – their share counts the items that do have prices.
Cost Highlights
Puente Alto has the 4th most expensive eggs in South America
Puente Alto has the 10th cheapest overall monthly cost (including rent) in South America
Family monthly cost (including rent) is cheaper than 98% of cities in South America
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