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Cost of Living in Viña del Mar

Viña del Mar, Valparaíso, Chile · Population 332,875

▲ +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 Viña del Mar

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 Viña del Mar 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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Nearby Cities

Valparaíso

7 km away · Valparaíso

Placilla de Peñuelas

10 km away · Valparaíso

Quilpué

11 km away · Valparaíso

Concón

12 km away · Valparaíso

Villa Alemana

17 km away · Valparaíso

Limache

25 km away · Valparaíso

Quintero

27 km away · Valparaíso

Quillota

33 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 Viña del Mar

Viña del Mar 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 Viña del Mar 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 Viña del Mar expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $562,493 ($592) per month in Viña del Mar 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 Viña del Mar?
A net salary of around $731,240 ($770) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Viña del Mar with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Viña del Mar is $906,300 ($954).
How much is rent in Viña del Mar?
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 Viña del Mar cheaper than Chile on average?
No — Viña del Mar is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Chile average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Viña del Mar?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $130,104 ($137) in Viña del Mar. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $5,740 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around $1,722 ($2).
How do transport costs in Viña del Mar compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Viña del Mar is estimated at $21,046 ($22). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Viña del Mar are estimates based on Chile national averages adjusted for city size (population 332,875). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.