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Cost of Living in San Francisco

San Francisco, Córdoba, Argentina · Population 69,391

▼ -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 San Francisco

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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco

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Nearby Cities

Frontera

1 km away · Córdoba

San Jorge

55 km away · Santa Fe

Rafaela

59 km away · Santa Fe

Brinkmann

63 km away · Córdoba

Sunchales

73 km away · Santa Fe

Las Varillas

78 km away · Córdoba

Morteros

81 km away · Córdoba

El Trébol

90 km away · Santa Fe

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 San Francisco

San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $380,000 ($400) per month in San Francisco 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 San Francisco?
A net salary of around $494,000 ($520) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in San Francisco with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in San Francisco is $475,000 ($500).
How much is rent in San Francisco?
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 San Francisco cheaper than Argentina on average?
Yes — San Francisco 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 San Francisco?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $90,440 ($95) in San Francisco. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $3,990 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around $1,197 ($1).
How do transport costs in San Francisco compare?
A monthly public transport pass in San Francisco is estimated at $14,630 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for San Francisco are estimates based on Argentina national averages adjusted for city size (population 69,391). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.