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Cost of Living in Ayacucho

Ayacucho, Buenos Aires, Argentina · Population 17,364

▼ -16% vs Argentina average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$339,333 ($357)
Couple, monthly$603,620 ($635)
Family of four, monthly$781,950 ($823)

Estimated Prices in Ayacucho

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3,591 ($3.78)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$14,364 ($15.12)per meal
Cappuccino$1,077 ($1.13)each
Monthly groceries (single person)$81,396 ($85.68)per month
Monthly public transport pass$13,167 ($13.86)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$34,713 ($36.54)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$10,055 ($10.58)per month
Fitness club membership$10,055 ($10.58)per month
Cinema ticket$2,633 ($2.77)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$143,653 ($151)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$99,933 ($105)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$299,798 ($316)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Ayacucho is $427,500 ($450) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $339,333 ($357) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $441,133 ($464) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($99,933 ($105)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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Other Major Cities in Argentina

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$504,046 ($531) / mo

Córdoba

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$437,528 ($461) / mo

Rosario

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$437,528 ($461) / mo

La Plata

Buenos Aires · pop. 904,789

$404,573 ($426) / mo

Salta

Salta · pop. 627,704

$404,573 ($426) / mo

San Miguel de Tucumán

Tucumán · pop. 601,888

$404,573 ($426) / mo

Mar del Plata

Buenos Aires · pop. 593,337

$404,573 ($426) / mo

San Juan

San Juan · pop. 471,389

$404,573 ($426) / mo

Living in Ayacucho

Ayacucho is one of the key cities in Argentina. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $339,333 ($357), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $99,933 ($105) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $781,950 ($823) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $603,620 ($635) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Ayacucho is $427,500 ($450). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $441,133 ($464) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ayacucho expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $339,333 ($357) per month in Ayacucho including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Argentina.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Ayacucho?
A net salary of around $441,133 ($464) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Ayacucho with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Ayacucho is $427,500 ($450).
How much is rent in Ayacucho?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $143,653 ($151) per month in the city centre and $99,933 ($105) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $299,798 ($316).
Is Ayacucho cheaper than Argentina on average?
Yes — Ayacucho is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Argentina average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Ayacucho?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $81,396 ($86) in Ayacucho. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $3,591 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around $1,077 ($1).
How do transport costs in Ayacucho compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Ayacucho is estimated at $13,167 ($14). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Ayacucho are estimates based on Argentina national averages adjusted for city size (population 17,364). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.