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Cost of Living Guide in Chile

Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses

Chile offers a moderately affordable cost of living in South America, about 8% cheaper overall (including rent) than the regional average, with consumer prices excluding rent 7.3% below the South America average and rent 21.6% lower than typical in the region. It provides strong value with a high quality of life, making it attractive for expats and digital nomads seeking comfort without North American prices. No home country comparison available.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
$800–1,200 USD (CLP 750,000–1,100,000) — local food, public transport, modest housing outside center
Comfortable
$1,500–2,000 USD (CLP 1.4–1.8 million) — decent city apartment, mix of home cooking and dining out, utilities, transport
Family of four
$3,000–4,500 USD (CLP 2.8–4.2 million) — expat housing, international school, imported groceries, car, healthcare

Chile delivers excellent value for money, 8% cheaper overall than the South America average with rent 21.6% below regional norms and high quality of life. Ideal for expats on foreign income seeking affordability and comfort.

Economic & Living Costs in Chile
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

5000-15000 CLP$
Avg: 10000 CLP$
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)

25000-65000 CLP$
Avg: 45000 CLP$
-5.3% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

6290-8700 CLP$
Avg: 7495 CLP$
-3.2% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

1500-5000 CLP$
Avg: 3250 CLP$
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

350000-700000 CLP$
Avg: 525000 CLP$
+10.5% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

250990-500000 CLP$
Avg: 375495 CLP$
-3.6% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

529651.24-1200000 CLP$
Avg: 864825.62 CLP$
-1.2% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

420000-1000000 CLP$
Avg: 710000 CLP$
-8.4% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

550-1000 CLP$
Avg: 775 CLP$
+4.7% vs 3 months ago

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

2800-9000 CLP$
Avg: 5900 CLP$
+3.5% vs 3 months ago

Monthly Transport Pass

32000-45000 CLP$
Avg: 38500 CLP$
+3.4% vs 3 months ago

Gasoline (1L)

1200-1400 CLP$
Avg: 1300 CLP$
-1.5% vs 3 months ago
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

60000-185000 CLP$
Avg: 122500 CLP$
-1.4% vs 3 months ago

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

15000-30000 CLP$
Avg: 22500 CLP$
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

7000-20000 CLP$
Avg: 13500 CLP$
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

920-1340 CLP$
Avg: 1130 CLP$
+2.7% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

945-3000 CLP$
Avg: 1972.5 CLP$
+9.7% vs 3 months ago

Eggs (12)

2000-4990 CLP$
Avg: 3495 CLP$
+2.8% vs 3 months ago

Local Cheese (1kg)

6000-16000 CLP$
Avg: 11000 CLP$
-2.7% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

20000-50000 CLP$
Avg: 35000 CLP$
-11.4% vs 3 months ago

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

8000-20000 CLP$
Avg: 14000 CLP$
-20.0% vs 3 months ago

Cinema Ticket

4500-8900 CLP$
Avg: 6700 CLP$
+7.2% vs 3 months ago

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

229435.12-550000 CLP$
Avg: 389717.56 CLP$
+6.4% vs 3 months ago
Last updated: 2026-04-03

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