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Cost of Living in General Roca

General Roca, Río Negro, Argentina · Population 136,000

▼ -6% vs Argentina average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$380,000 ($400)
Couple, monthly$676,875 ($713)
Family of four, monthly$877,724 ($924)

Estimated Prices in General Roca

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3,990 ($4.20)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$15,960 ($16.80)per meal
Cappuccino$1,197 ($1.26)each
Monthly groceries (single person)$90,440 ($95.20)per month
Monthly public transport pass$14,630 ($15.40)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$38,570 ($40.60)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$11,172 ($11.76)per month
Fitness club membership$11,172 ($11.76)per month
Cinema ticket$2,926 ($3.08)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$163,875 ($173)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$114,000 ($120)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$342,000 ($360)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in General Roca is $475,000 ($500) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $380,000 ($400) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $494,000 ($520) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($114,000 ($120)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Villa Regina

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Cinco Saltos

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Centenario

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Plottier

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Senillosa

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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 General Roca

General Roca is one of the key cities in Argentina. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $380,000 ($400), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $114,000 ($120) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $877,724 ($924) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $676,875 ($713) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in General Roca is $475,000 ($500). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $494,000 ($520) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is General Roca expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $380,000 ($400) per month in General Roca including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Argentina.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in General Roca?
A net salary of around $494,000 ($520) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in General Roca with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in General Roca is $475,000 ($500).
How much is rent in General Roca?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $163,875 ($173) per month in the city centre and $114,000 ($120) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $342,000 ($360).
Is General Roca cheaper than Argentina on average?
Yes — General Roca is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Argentina average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in General Roca?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $90,440 ($95) in General Roca. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $3,990 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around $1,197 ($1).
How do transport costs in General Roca compare?
A monthly public transport pass in General Roca is estimated at $14,630 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for General Roca are estimates based on Argentina national averages adjusted for city size (population 136,000). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.