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Cost of Living in La Paz

La Paz, Entre Ríos, Argentina · Population 74,762

▼ -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 La Paz

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 La Paz 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.

Compare La Paz

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Nearby Cities

Santa Elena

28 km away · Entre Ríos

San Javier

34 km away · Santa Fe

Helvecia

58 km away · Santa Fe

Bovril

71 km away · Entre Ríos

Esquina

81 km away · Corrientes

Federal

84 km away · Entre Ríos

San Justo

90 km away · Santa Fe

San José de Feliciano

94 km away · Entre Ríos

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 La Paz

La Paz 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 La Paz 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 La Paz expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $380,000 ($400) per month in La Paz 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 La Paz?
A net salary of around $494,000 ($520) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in La Paz with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in La Paz is $475,000 ($500).
How much is rent in La Paz?
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 La Paz cheaper than Argentina on average?
Yes — La Paz 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 La Paz?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $90,440 ($95) in La Paz. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $3,990 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around $1,197 ($1).
How do transport costs in La Paz compare?
A monthly public transport pass in La Paz is estimated at $14,630 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for La Paz are estimates based on Argentina national averages adjusted for city size (population 74,762). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.