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Cost of Living in Puerto Montt

Puerto Montt, Los Lagos, Chile · Population 169,736

▼ -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 Puerto Montt

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 Puerto Montt 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.

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Calbuco

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Frutillar

40 km away · Los Lagos

Los Bajos

45 km away · Los Lagos

Frutillar Alto

45 km away · Los Lagos

Los Muermos

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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 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 Puerto Montt

Puerto Montt 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 Puerto Montt 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 Puerto Montt expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $528,200 ($556) per month in Puerto Montt 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 Puerto Montt?
A net salary of around $686,660 ($723) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Puerto Montt with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Puerto Montt is $855,000 ($900).
How much is rent in Puerto Montt?
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 Puerto Montt cheaper than Chile on average?
Yes — Puerto Montt 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 Puerto Montt?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $122,740 ($129) in Puerto Montt. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $5,415 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around $1,625 ($2).
How do transport costs in Puerto Montt compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Puerto Montt is estimated at $19,855 ($21). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Puerto Montt are estimates based on Chile national averages adjusted for city size (population 169,736). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.