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Cost of Living in La Serena

La Serena, Coquimbo, Chile · Population 401,938

▲ +0% vs Chile average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$562,493 ($592)
Couple, monthly$1,006,790 ($1,060)
Family of four, monthly$1,310,175 ($1,379)

Estimated Prices in La Serena

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$5,740 ($6.04)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$22,960 ($24.17)per meal
Cappuccino$1,722 ($1.81)each
Monthly groceries (single person)$130,104 ($137)per month
Monthly public transport pass$21,046 ($22.15)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$55,486 ($58.41)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$16,072 ($16.92)per month
Fitness club membership$16,072 ($16.92)per month
Cinema ticket$4,209 ($4.43)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$258,509 ($272)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$179,833 ($189)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$539,498 ($568)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in La Serena is $906,300 ($954) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $562,493 ($592) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $731,240 ($770) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($179,833 ($189)) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.

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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 Florida

Región Metropolitana · pop. 366,916

$562,493 ($592) / mo

Antofagasta

Antofagasta · pop. 348,517

$562,493 ($592) / mo

Viña del Mar

Valparaíso · pop. 332,875

$562,493 ($592) / mo

Living in La Serena

La Serena is one of the key cities in Chile. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $562,493 ($592), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $179,833 ($189) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $1,310,175 ($1,379) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $1,006,790 ($1,060) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in La Serena is $906,300 ($954). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $731,240 ($770) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is La Serena expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $562,493 ($592) per month in La Serena including rent outside the city centre. That is 0% more than the national average for Chile.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in La Serena?
A net salary of around $731,240 ($770) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in La Serena with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in La Serena is $906,300 ($954).
How much is rent in La Serena?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $258,509 ($272) per month in the city centre and $179,833 ($189) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $539,498 ($568).
Is La Serena cheaper than Chile on average?
No — La Serena is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Chile average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in La Serena?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $130,104 ($137) in La Serena. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $5,740 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around $1,722 ($2).
How do transport costs in La Serena compare?
A monthly public transport pass in La Serena is estimated at $21,046 ($22). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for La Serena are estimates based on Chile national averages adjusted for city size (population 401,938). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.