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Cost of Living in La Calera

La Calera, Valparaíso, Chile · Population 50,554

▼ -6% vs Chile average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$528,200 ($556)
Couple, monthly$944,680 ($994)
Family of four, monthly$1,228,654 ($1,293)

Estimated Prices in La Calera

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$5,415 ($5.70)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$21,660 ($22.80)per meal
Cappuccino$1,625 ($1.71)each
Monthly groceries (single person)$122,740 ($129)per month
Monthly public transport pass$19,855 ($20.90)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$52,345 ($55.10)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$15,162 ($15.96)per month
Fitness club membership$15,162 ($15.96)per month
Cinema ticket$3,971 ($4.18)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$240,350 ($253)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$167,200 ($176)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$501,600 ($528)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in La Calera is $855,000 ($900) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $528,200 ($556) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $686,660 ($723) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($167,200 ($176)) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.

Compare La Calera

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Nearby Cities

La Cruz

4 km away · Valparaíso

Hijuelas

5 km away · Valparaíso

Nogales

8 km away · Valparaíso

Quillota

11 km away · Valparaíso

Catemu

24 km away · Valparaíso

Olmué

24 km away · Valparaíso

Llaillay

25 km away · Valparaíso

Limache

28 km away · Valparaíso

Other Major Cities in Chile

Santiago

Región Metropolitana · pop. 7,171,000

$701,395 ($738) / mo

Valparaíso

Valparaíso · pop. 952,000

$562,493 ($592) / mo

Concepción

Biobío · pop. 719,944

$562,493 ($592) / mo

Puente Alto

Región Metropolitana · pop. 573,935

$562,493 ($592) / mo

Maipú

Región Metropolitana · pop. 521,627

$562,493 ($592) / mo

La Serena

Coquimbo · pop. 401,938

$562,493 ($592) / mo

La Florida

Región Metropolitana · pop. 366,916

$562,493 ($592) / mo

Antofagasta

Antofagasta · pop. 348,517

$562,493 ($592) / mo

Living in La Calera

La Calera is one of the key cities in Chile. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $528,200 ($556), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $167,200 ($176) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $1,228,654 ($1,293) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $944,680 ($994) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in La Calera is $855,000 ($900). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $686,660 ($723) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is La Calera expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $528,200 ($556) per month in La Calera including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Chile.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in La Calera?
A net salary of around $686,660 ($723) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in La Calera with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in La Calera is $855,000 ($900).
How much is rent in La Calera?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $240,350 ($253) per month in the city centre and $167,200 ($176) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $501,600 ($528).
Is La Calera cheaper than Chile on average?
Yes — La Calera is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Chile average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in La Calera?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $122,740 ($129) in La Calera. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $5,415 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around $1,625 ($2).
How do transport costs in La Calera compare?
A monthly public transport pass in La Calera is estimated at $19,855 ($21). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for La Calera are estimates based on Chile national averages adjusted for city size (population 50,554). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.