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Cost of Living in Santo Tomé

Santo Tomé, Santa Fe, Argentina · Population 75,272

▼ -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 Santo Tomé

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 Santo Tomé 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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San José del Rincón

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Paraná

24 km away · Entre Ríos

Esperanza

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San Carlos Centro

32 km away · Santa Fe

San Benito

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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 Santo Tomé

Santo Tomé 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 Santo Tomé 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 Santo Tomé expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $380,000 ($400) per month in Santo Tomé 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 Santo Tomé?
A net salary of around $494,000 ($520) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Santo Tomé with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Santo Tomé is $475,000 ($500).
How much is rent in Santo Tomé?
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 Santo Tomé cheaper than Argentina on average?
Yes — Santo Tomé 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 Santo Tomé?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $90,440 ($95) in Santo Tomé. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $3,990 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around $1,197 ($1).
How do transport costs in Santo Tomé compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Santo Tomé is estimated at $14,630 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Santo Tomé are estimates based on Argentina national averages adjusted for city size (population 75,272). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.