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Cost of Living in San Pedro

San Pedro, Región Metropolitana, Chile · Population 9,726

▼ -16% vs Chile average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$471,468 ($496)
Couple, monthly$842,046 ($886)
Family of four, monthly$1,094,053 ($1,152)

Estimated Prices in San Pedro

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4,874 ($5.13)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$19,494 ($20.52)per meal
Cappuccino$1,462 ($1.54)each
Monthly groceries (single person)$110,466 ($116)per month
Monthly public transport pass$17,870 ($18.81)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$47,111 ($49.59)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$13,646 ($14.36)per month
Fitness club membership$13,646 ($14.36)per month
Cinema ticket$3,574 ($3.76)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$210,692 ($222)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$146,568 ($154)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$439,704 ($463)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in San Pedro is $769,500 ($810) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $471,468 ($496) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $612,909 ($645) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($146,568 ($154)) represents about 31% of the total single-person budget.

Compare San Pedro

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Nearby Cities

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Rocas de Santo Domingo

34 km away · Valparaíso

San Antonio

38 km away · Valparaíso

Cartagena

41 km away · Valparaíso

Las Cabras

47 km away · Libertador General Bernardo O’Higgins

María Pinto

51 km away · Región Metropolitana

El Monte

51 km away · Región Metropolitana

Pichidegua

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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 San Pedro

San Pedro is one of the key cities in Chile. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $471,468 ($496), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $146,568 ($154) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $1,094,053 ($1,152) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $842,046 ($886) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in San Pedro is $769,500 ($810). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $612,909 ($645) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is San Pedro expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $471,468 ($496) per month in San Pedro including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Chile.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in San Pedro?
A net salary of around $612,909 ($645) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in San Pedro with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in San Pedro is $769,500 ($810).
How much is rent in San Pedro?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $210,692 ($222) per month in the city centre and $146,568 ($154) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $439,704 ($463).
Is San Pedro cheaper than Chile on average?
Yes — San Pedro is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Chile average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in San Pedro?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $110,466 ($116) in San Pedro. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $4,874 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around $1,462 ($2).
How do transport costs in San Pedro compare?
A monthly public transport pass in San Pedro is estimated at $17,870 ($19). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for San Pedro are estimates based on Chile national averages adjusted for city size (population 9,726). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.