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Cost of Living in Monte Rico

Monte Rico, Jujuy, Argentina · Population 23,878

▼ -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 Monte Rico

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 Monte Rico 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 Monte Rico

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Nearby Cities

Perico

9 km away · Jujuy

El Carmen

12 km away · Jujuy

Palpalá

22 km away · Jujuy

General Martín Miguel de Güemes

27 km away · Salta

San Salvador de Jujuy

32 km away · Jujuy

San Pedro

39 km away · Jujuy

Salta

45 km away · Salta

Cerrillos

59 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 Monte Rico

Monte Rico 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 Monte Rico 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 Monte Rico expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $339,333 ($357) per month in Monte Rico 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 Monte Rico?
A net salary of around $441,133 ($464) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Monte Rico with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Monte Rico is $427,500 ($450).
How much is rent in Monte Rico?
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 Monte Rico cheaper than Argentina on average?
Yes — Monte Rico 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 Monte Rico?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $81,396 ($86) in Monte Rico. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $3,591 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around $1,077 ($1).
How do transport costs in Monte Rico compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Monte Rico is estimated at $13,167 ($14). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Monte Rico are estimates based on Argentina national averages adjusted for city size (population 23,878). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.