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London vs Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires runs about 69% cheaper than London for this household, a difference of 2,811 USD a month.

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London
$4,050/month · United Kingdom
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Buenos Aires
$1,240/month · Argentina
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London monthly
$4,050
Index 63 (NYC = 100)
Buenos Aires monthly
$1,240
Index 19 (NYC = 100)
Difference
-69%
Buenos Aires relative to London
Rent gap
$2,050
London costs more for a central 1-bed
By category

Where the gap actually is

LondonBuenos Aires
  • Housing
    Housing: London $2,600, Buenos Aires $550. Cheaper in Buenos Aires.
  • Food
    Food: London $617, Buenos Aires $382. Cheaper in Buenos Aires.
  • Transport
    Transport: London $282, Buenos Aires $56. Cheaper in Buenos Aires.
  • Utilities
    Utilities: London $267, Buenos Aires $81. Cheaper in Buenos Aires.
  • Healthcare
    Healthcare: London $8.03, Buenos Aires $19. Cheaper in London.
  • Lifestyle
    Lifestyle: London $169, Buenos Aires $101. Cheaper in Buenos Aires.
  • Other
    Other: London $107, Buenos Aires $51. Cheaper in Buenos Aires.
Each row is one category priced in both cities for the same household. The bar is the gap; exact figures are in the table below.
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Full comparison

MetricLondonBuenos Aires
Cost
Total monthly cost4,050 USD1,240 USD✓
Cost index (New York = 100)6319✓
Housing2,600 USD550 USD✓
Utilities267 USD81 USD✓
Food617 USD382 USD✓
Transport282 USD56 USD✓
Healthcare8 USD✓19 USD
Lifestyle169 USD101 USD✓
Income & tax
Take-home on 100,000 USD/yr5,953 USD✓4,676 USD
Effective tax + social rate28.6%✓43.9%
Left over each month1,902 USD3,436 USD✓
Average local net salary3,600 USD✓600 USD
Housing
1-bed rent, city centre2,600 USD550 USD✓
3-bed rent, city centre5,200 USD1,100 USD✓
Buy price per m², centre15,000 USD2,200 USD✓
Quality of life
Safety66/100✓48/100
Healthcare84/100✓72/100
Air quality60/100✓52/100
Public transport92/100✓74/100
Walkability90/100✓84/100
English proficiency100/100✓44/100
Nightlife94/10094/100
Family friendliness72/100✓70/100
Median broadband90 Mbps90 Mbps
Climate
Average temperature12°C✓18°C
Summer high23°C✓29°C
Winter low3°C8°C✓
Sunshine hours per year1,480 h2,500 h✓
Annual rainfall600 mm✓1200 mm
Practicalities
Remote-work visaNoYes✓
Beach access90 min45 min✓
CurrencyGBPARS
Time zoneEurope/LondonAmerica/Argentina/Buenos_Aires

Buenos Aires runs about 69% cheaper than London for this household, a difference of 2,811 USD a month.

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FAQ

Frequently asked

Is London or Buenos Aires cheaper?

Buenos Aires runs about 69% cheaper than London for this household, a difference of 2,811 USD a month.

What salary do you need in Buenos Aires compared with London?

On a $100,000 gross salary you would take home $5,953 a month in London and $4,676 in Buenos Aires, before local costs. Use the salary converter for an exact equivalent.

Which has better quality of life, London or Buenos Aires?

London scores 66/100 on safety and 84/100 on healthcare; Buenos Aires scores 48 and 72. London averages 12°C against 18°C in Buenos Aires.