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Cost of Living in Temuco

Temuco, Araucanía, Chile · Population 282,415

▲ +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 Temuco

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 Temuco 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 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 Temuco

Temuco 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 Temuco 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 Temuco expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $562,493 ($592) per month in Temuco 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 Temuco?
A net salary of around $731,240 ($770) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Temuco with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Temuco is $906,300 ($954).
How much is rent in Temuco?
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 Temuco cheaper than Chile on average?
No — Temuco is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Chile average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Temuco?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $130,104 ($137) in Temuco. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $5,740 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around $1,722 ($2).
How do transport costs in Temuco compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Temuco is estimated at $21,046 ($22). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Temuco are estimates based on Chile national averages adjusted for city size (population 282,415). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.