Cost of Living & Prices:
Chile vs. United States
Compare the cost of living and prices of goods and services, such as consumer goods prices, housing costs, average wages and more, to learn about differences and similarities between countries.
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Grocery
Chile vs. United States - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 2.12 times less for grocery shopping in Chile than in the United States.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 1.57 EUR (1.74 USD) in Chile and 5.26 EUR (5.84 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 70.2% lower in Chile.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 1.41 EUR (1.56 USD) in Chile and 2.15 EUR (2.39 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 34.4% lower in Chile.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 10.52 EUR (11.67 USD) in Chile and 18.92 EUR (20.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 44.4% lower in Chile.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 4.75 EUR (5.27 USD) in Chile and 16.22 EUR (18 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 70.7% lower in Chile.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 5.67 EUR (6.29 USD) in Chile and 15.7 EUR (17.42 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 63.9% lower in Chile.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 4.37 EUR (4.84 USD) in Chile and 14.42 EUR (16 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 69.7% lower in Chile.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 1.14 EUR (1.27 USD) in Chile and 2.89 EUR (3.21 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 60.6% lower in Chile.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 2.51 EUR (2.78 USD) for 12 eggs in Chile and 4.27 EUR (4.74 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 41.2% lower in Chile.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 1.76 EUR (1.95 USD) in Chile and 3.54 EUR (3.93 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 50.3% lower in Chile.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 14.18 EUR (15.73 USD) in Chile and 22.52 EUR (24.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 37% lower in Chile.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 0.95 EUR (1.05 USD) in Chile and 2.56 EUR (2.84 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 62.9% lower in Chile.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.25 EUR (1.39 USD) in Chile and 3.85 EUR (4.27 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 67.5% lower in Chile.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 9.09 EUR (10.09 USD) in Chile and 15.06 EUR (16.71 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 39.6% lower in Chile.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 0.95 EUR (1.06 USD) in Chile and 1.13 EUR (1.25 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 15.9% lower in Chile.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 1.12 EUR (1.24 USD) in Chile and 3.52 EUR (3.9 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 68.2% lower in Chile.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 1.36 EUR (1.51 USD) in Chile and 4.8 EUR (5.33 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 71.7% lower in Chile.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 1.15 EUR (1.27 USD) in Chile and 3.84 EUR (4.26 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 70.1% lower in Chile.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 1.28 EUR (1.42 USD) in Chile and 7.41 EUR (8.22 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 82.7% lower in Chile.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 9.81 EUR (10.88 USD) in Chile and 8.09 EUR (8.98 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 17.5% lower in the United States.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 1.6 EUR (1.77 USD) in Chile and 5.63 EUR (6.25 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 71.6% lower in Chile.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.92 EUR (1.02 USD) in Chile and 2.25 EUR (2.5 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 59.1% lower in Chile.
Restaurant
Chile vs. United States - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 2.36 times less for meals in restaurants in Chile than in the United States.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 2.42 EUR (2.69 USD) in Chile and 4.7 EUR (5.22 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 48.5% lower in Chile.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 1.07 EUR (1.19 USD) in Chile and 2.52 EUR (2.8 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 57.5% lower in Chile.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 2.85 EUR (3.16 USD) in Chile and 7.21 EUR (8 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 60.5% lower in Chile.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 3.37 EUR (3.74 USD) in Chile and 9.01 EUR (10 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 62.6% lower in Chile.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 6.25 EUR (6.93 USD) in Chile and 10.82 EUR (12 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 42.2% lower in Chile.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 37.97 EUR (42.13 USD) in Chile and 90.13 EUR (100 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 57.9% lower in Chile.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 8.33 EUR (9.24 USD) in Chile and 22.53 EUR (25 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 63% lower in Chile.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 0.89 EUR (0.99 USD) in Chile and 1.98 EUR (2.2 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 55.1% lower in Chile.
Fuel
Chile vs. United States - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.3 times more for fuel in Chile than in the United States.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 0.92 EUR (1.03 USD) in Chile and 0.85 EUR (0.95 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 7.6% lower in the United States.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.26 EUR (1.4 USD) in Chile and 0.83 EUR (0.92 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 34.1% lower in the United States.
LPG 1L
Transportation
Chile vs. United States - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 3.16 times less for transportation in Chile than in the United States.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 37.97 EUR (42.13 USD) in Chile and 116.27 EUR (129 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 67.3% lower in Chile.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 0.76 EUR (0.84 USD) in Chile and 2.48 EUR (2.75 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 69.4% lower in Chile.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 7.97 EUR (8.85 USD) in Chile and 27.04 EUR (30 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 70.5% lower in Chile.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 0.95 EUR (1.05 USD) in Chile and 1.68 EUR (1.86 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 43.5% lower in Chile.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 0.33 EUR (0.37 USD) in Chile and 4.06 EUR (4.5 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 91.9% lower in Chile.
Sports & entertainment
Chile vs. United States - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 5.7 EUR (6.32 USD) in Chile and 16.22 EUR (18 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 64.9% lower in Chile.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 30.59 EUR (33.94 USD) in Chile and 88.56 EUR (98.26 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 65.5% lower in Chile.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 13.29 EUR (14.74 USD) in Chile and 34.25 EUR (38 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 61.2% lower in Chile.
Flats for rent
Chile vs. United States - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 7.07 times less for renting an apartment in Chile than in the United States.
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 400.46 EUR (444.32 USD) in Chile and 3425 EUR (3800.48 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 88.3% lower in Chile.
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 371.74 EUR (412.45 USD) in Chile and 2145 EUR (2380.18 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 82.7% lower in Chile.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 743.71 EUR (825.15 USD) in Chile and 6394 EUR (7094.09 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 88.4% lower in Chile.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 698.67 EUR (775.18 USD) in Chile and 3702 EUR (4107.47 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 81.1% lower in Chile.
Flats for sale
Chile vs. United States - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 5.2 times less for buying an apartment in Chile than in the United States.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 2113 EUR (2344.46 USD) in Chile and 12869 EUR (14277.9 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 83.6% lower in Chile.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
For one square meter of an apartment outside the city center, you will pay 1968 EUR (2183.78 USD) in Chile and 8360 EUR (9275.19 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 76.5% lower in Chile.
Salary
Chile vs. United States - average salary. The average salary in Chile is 10.07 times lower than in the United States.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 536.85 EUR (595.64 USD) in Chile and 5405 EUR (5996.99 USD) in the United States. The average salary is 90.1% lower in Chile.
Hotels
Chile vs. United States - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 15 Dec 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024) • Chile: 20 cities, 249 hotels • United States: 20 cities, 3762 hotels