Buenos Aires
Argentina
Updated on August 24, 2025
Overview
Buenos Aires offers diverse housing options at moderate prices and a vibrant cultural life. The job market is competitive, with opportunities in services, tech, and creative sectors. Public transport is extensive but can be crowded and delayed. Healthcare includes good public and private options. The climate is temperate with hot summers and mild winters. Safety varies widely by neighborhood. The city is walkable with a strong community feel and rich cultural traditions. Cost of living is lower than many Western cities but inflation can affect expenses.
Average cost of living€838.35
Quality of Life71/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€344.00
1-bed flat (center)€561.27
1-bed flat (outside)€372.76
3-bed flat (center)€1,014.00
3-bed flat (outside)€691.70
Utilities
Basic utilities€97.12
Internet€24.40
Mobile plan€18.20
Transportation
One-way ticket€0.60
Monthly pass€13.65
Taxi start€1.39
Gasoline (1 l)€0.97
Leisure
Cinema ticket€7.68
Fitness club€36.28
Education
Preschool (month)€284.40
Intl. primary (year)€4,737.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€2,272.00
sqm outside center€1,681.00
Advantages
- ✓ Moderate housing costs
- ✓ Vibrant cultural and social life
- ✓ Good healthcare options
- ✓ Extensive public transport
- ✓ Walkable neighborhoods
Disadvantages
- × Safety varies by area
- × Public transport can be crowded and delayed
- × Inflation affects cost of living
- × Job market is competitive
- × Bureaucracy can be slow