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Cost of Living in El Carmen

El Carmen, Jujuy, Argentina · Population 22,438

▼ -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 El Carmen

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 El Carmen 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.

Compare El Carmen

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Nearby Cities

Monte Rico

12 km away · Jujuy

Perico

15 km away · Jujuy

Palpalá

15 km away · Jujuy

San Salvador de Jujuy

23 km away · Jujuy

General Martín Miguel de Güemes

38 km away · Salta

San Pedro

43 km away · Jujuy

Salta

47 km away · Salta

Cerrillos

61 km away · Salta

Other Major Cities in Argentina

Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires, Ciudad Autónoma de · pop. 16,710,000

$504,046 ($531) / mo

Córdoba

Córdoba · pop. 1,505,250

$437,528 ($461) / mo

Rosario

Santa Fe · pop. 1,193,605

$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 El Carmen

El Carmen 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 El Carmen 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 El Carmen expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $339,333 ($357) per month in El Carmen 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 El Carmen?
A net salary of around $441,133 ($464) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in El Carmen with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in El Carmen is $427,500 ($450).
How much is rent in El Carmen?
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 El Carmen cheaper than Argentina on average?
Yes — El Carmen 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 El Carmen?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $81,396 ($86) in El Carmen. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $3,591 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around $1,077 ($1).
How do transport costs in El Carmen compare?
A monthly public transport pass in El Carmen is estimated at $13,167 ($14). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for El Carmen are estimates based on Argentina national averages adjusted for city size (population 22,438). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.