Cost of Living in Río Tercero - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $654 (excluding rent), and $970 including rent.
Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,589 (excluding rent), and $2,162 including rent.
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🍽 Eating Out
Cost
Range
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$10.53 ARS 12.5K
$5.02 ARS 5,956
$20.06 ARS 23.8K
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$33.14 ARS 39.3K
$23.07 ARS 27.4K
$73.6 ARS 87.4K
Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)
$9.27 ARS 11K
$7.17 ARS 8,512
$12.94 ARS 15.4K
Cappuccino
$2.78 ARS 3,303
$1.12 ARS 1,336
$6.14 ARS 7,286
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.64 ARS 1,952
$0.98 ARS 1,162
$2.93 ARS 3,485
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.58 ARS 1,871
$1.04 ARS 1,231
$2.59 ARS 3,078
Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$2.16 ARS 2,565
$1.13 ARS 1,337
$5.39 ARS 6,406
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$2.94 ARS 3,490
$1.79 ARS 2,129
$5.39 ARS 6,399
🛒 Groceries & Markets
Cost
Range
Milk (1 liter)
$1.24 ARS 1,478
$0.92 ARS 1,097
$1.95 ARS 2,310
White Bread (500g)
$1.57 ARS 1,862
$0.98 ARS 1,163
$3.92 ARS 4,654
Rice (white) (1kg)
$1.96 ARS 2,327
$1.03 ARS 1,228
$3.26 ARS 3,871
Eggs
$2.16 ARS 2,569
$1.32 ARS 1,562
$4.29 ARS 5,091
Local Cheese (1kg)
$10.31 ARS 12.2K
$7.25 ARS 8,608
$20.42 ARS 24.2K
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$6.29 ARS 7,468
$4.06 ARS 4,818
$11.67 ARS 13.9K
Beef Round Steak (1kg)
$9.45 ARS 11.2K
$6.55 ARS 7,781
$13.86 ARS 16.5K
Apples (1kg)
$2.02 ARS 2,393
$1.27 ARS 1,503
$3.33 ARS 3,956
Banana (1kg)
$2.07 ARS 2,463
$1.23 ARS 1,466
$2.96 ARS 3,519
Oranges (1kg)
$1.27 ARS 1,512
$0.71 ARS 844
$2.42 ARS 2,871
Tomato (1kg)
$2.54 ARS 3,012
$0.98 ARS 1,167
$3.93 ARS 4,670
Potato (1kg)
$1.18 ARS 1,403
$0.51 ARS 605
$2.04 ARS 2,419
Onion (1kg)
$1.2 ARS 1,426
$0.74 ARS 877
$2.12 ARS 2,513
Lettuce (1 head)
$1.34 ARS 1,591
$0.68 ARS 802
$2.6 ARS 3,084
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$1.62 ARS 1,926
$1.11 ARS 1,319
$2.78 ARS 3,299
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)
$2.91 ARS 3,453
$1.86 ARS 2,207
$3.56 ARS 4,225
Wine (Bottle)
$5.48 ARS 6,505
$3.29 ARS 3,903
$9.86 ARS 11.7K
Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$2.05 ARS 2,436
$1.42 ARS 1,692
$2.67 ARS 3,167
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$2.79 ARS 3,312
$1.35 ARS 1,597
$3.59 ARS 4,259
🚌 Getting Around
Cost
Range
One-way Ticket (Public Transport)
$0.83 ARS 990
$0.26 ARS 309
$1.04 ARS 1,237
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$1.47 ARS 1,740
$0.83 ARS 986
$1.95 ARS 2,320
Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)
$0.76 ARS 904
$0.43 ARS 508
$1.11 ARS 1,320
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$6.55 ARS 7,783
$4.63 ARS 5,500
$9.83 ARS 11.7K
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.06 ARS 1,261
$0.89 ARS 1,063
$1.28 ARS 1,518
Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)
$27.2K ARS 32.3M
$19.9K ARS 23.6M
$30.8K ARS 36.6M
Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$30.2K ARS 35.8M
$27.1K ARS 32.2M
$33.8K ARS 40.1M
🧾 Monthly Utilities & Internet
Cost
Range
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)
$67.8 ARS 80.5K
$43.03 ARS 51.1K
$166 ARS 197.6K
SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$17.29 ARS 20.5K
$6.05 ARS 7,181
$34.27 ARS 40.7K
Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$22.82 ARS 27.1K
$15.18 ARS 18K
$36.95 ARS 43.9K
🎉 Sport & Entertainment
Cost
Range
Gym Membership (Monthly)
$26.56 ARS 31.5K
$9.64 ARS 11.5K
$30.45 ARS 36.2K
Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)
$14.19 ARS 16.8K
$7.73 ARS 9,177
$19.58 ARS 23.2K
Cinema Ticket
$6.38 ARS 7,579
$4.95 ARS 5,880
$12.19 ARS 14.5K
🧸 Childcare & Education
Cost
Range
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)
$223 ARS 264.7K
$132 ARS 156.4K
$405 ARS 481.3K
International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)
$2,657 ARS 3.2M
$1,476 ARS 1.8M
$3,838 ARS 4.6M
👕👟 Clothing & Footwear
Cost
Range
Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$73.9 ARS 87.7K
$46.71 ARS 55.5K
$125 ARS 148.5K
Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)
$70.1 ARS 83.2K
$50.4 ARS 59.8K
$121 ARS 143.5K
Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)
$116 ARS 138K
$60.7 ARS 72K
$179 ARS 213.1K
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$113 ARS 134.5K
$53.2 ARS 63.1K
$162 ARS 192.4K
🏠 Accommodation & Living
Cost
Range
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$343 ARS 406.7K
$283 ARS 335.6K
$507 ARS 602.6K
1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$257 ARS 305.4K
$217 ARS 257.4K
$401 ARS 476.2K
3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$683 ARS 811.2K
$451 ARS 535.3K
$952 ARS 1.1M
3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$593 ARS 704.7K
$464 ARS 550.9K
$994 ARS 1.2M
Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)
$1,659 ARS 2M
$1,327 ARS 1.6M
$1,770 ARS 2.1M
Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)
$1,443 ARS 1.7M
$1,013 ARS 1.2M
$1,520 ARS 1.8M
💵 Salaries & Financials
Cost
Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
$655 ARS 777.8K
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20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)
58.5
40
83
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Cost of Living in Río Tercero - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Río Tercero stack up in terms of affordability for travelers, expats, and digital nomads?
Cost of Living in Río Tercero tends to be more approachable than larger Argentine cities, with a slower pace and a sense of everyday practicality that suits longer stays. You’ll find reasonably priced housing options in mixed neighborhoods, accessible fresh markets, and casual eateries that let you stretch a budget while still enjoying local flavor. Public services, utilities, and transport feel manageable, and weekend outings often revolve around parks and nearby cultural events rather than tourist crowds. It’s a place where you can balance work-friendly spaces with a relaxed lifestyle as you settle in. Tip: Build a simple routine to compare weekly costs across neighborhoods before you lock in housing.
What does daily life look like here for housing, food, transport, and errands?
Daily life centers on practical choices. Housing options range from compact apartments in walkable blocks to quieter houses in nearby barrios, with leases flexible enough for short stints or a longer stay. For food, you’ll find mercados and panaderías offering fresh produce, bread, and regional staples, plus casual eateries where you can eat well without overspending. Transportation leans toward bus lines and car sharing, with cycling possible in many routes. For errands and coworking, consider mornings at local cafés with reliable Wi‑Fi, or a community center that hosts events and language exchanges. Tip: scout a couple of neighborhoods by foot during different days or times.
What factors influence your quality of life here, and how should you budget and choose neighborhoods?
Knowing Río Tercero living cost can help you tailor your stay and your long-term plans. Quality of life here blends a calm pace with access to services, parks, and a small-city feel. A practical budgeting framework centers on fixed needs (housing, utilities, groceries) and flexible spends (leisure, travel, upgrades). Track seasonality in your meals and transport – cooler months shift heating needs and fuel use, while summer days influence water use and outdoor activities. Neighborhood fit depends on tempo: Centro keeps you close to shops and cafés, while quieter outskirts offer more space and green spaces. Tip: rotate housing choices to match work rhythms and social interests.
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