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 2.18 times less for grocery shopping in Chile than in the United States.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 1.67 USD in Chile and 5.84 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 71.4% lower in Chile.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 1.5 USD in Chile and 2.39 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 37.2% lower in Chile.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 11.21 USD in Chile and 20.99 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 46.6% lower in Chile.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 5.06 USD in Chile and 18 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 71.9% lower in Chile.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 6.04 USD in Chile and 17.42 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 65.3% lower in Chile.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 4.65 USD in Chile and 16 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 70.9% lower in Chile.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 1.22 USD in Chile and 3.21 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 62% lower in Chile.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 2.67 USD for 12 eggs in Chile and 4.74 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 43.7% lower in Chile.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 1.87 USD in Chile and 3.93 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 52.4% lower in Chile.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 15.73 USD in Chile and 24.99 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 37.1% lower in Chile.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 1.01 USD in Chile and 2.84 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 64.4% lower in Chile.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.34 USD in Chile and 4.27 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 68.6% lower in Chile.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 9.68 USD in Chile and 16.71 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 42.1% lower in Chile.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.02 USD in Chile and 1.25 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 18.4% lower in Chile.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 1.19 USD in Chile and 3.9 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 69.5% lower in Chile.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 1.45 USD in Chile and 5.33 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 72.8% lower in Chile.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 1.22 USD in Chile and 4.26 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 71.4% lower in Chile.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 1.37 USD in Chile and 8.22 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 83.3% lower in Chile.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 10.88 USD in Chile and 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 1.7 USD in Chile and 6.25 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 72.8% lower in Chile.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.98 USD in Chile and 2.5 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 60.8% lower in Chile.
Restaurant
Chile vs. United States - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 2.46 times less for meals in restaurants in Chile than in the United States.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 2.58 USD in Chile and 5.22 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 50.6% lower in Chile.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 1.14 USD in Chile and 2.8 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 59.3% lower in Chile.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 3.03 USD in Chile and 8 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 62.1% lower in Chile.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 3.59 USD in Chile and 10 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 64.1% lower in Chile.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 6.66 USD in Chile and 12 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 44.5% 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 40.44 USD in Chile and 100 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 59.6% lower in Chile.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 8.87 USD in Chile and 25 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 64.5% lower in Chile.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 0.95 USD in Chile and 2.2 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 56.8% 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 1.03 USD in Chile and 0.95 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 7.8% lower in the United States.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.4 USD in Chile and 0.92 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 34.3% lower in the United States.
LPG 1L
Transportation
Chile vs. United States - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 3.29 times less for transportation in Chile than in the United States.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 40.44 USD in Chile and 129 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 68.7% lower in Chile.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 0.81 USD in Chile and 2.75 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 70.5% lower in Chile.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 8.49 USD in Chile and 30 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 71.7% lower in Chile.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 1.01 USD in Chile and 1.86 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 45.7% lower in Chile.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 0.35 USD in Chile and 4.5 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 92.2% 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 6.07 USD in Chile and 18 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 66.3% lower in Chile.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 32.58 USD in Chile and 98.26 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 66.8% lower in Chile.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 14.16 USD in Chile and 38 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 62.7% lower in Chile.
Flats for rent
Chile vs. United States - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 7.37 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 426.57 USD in Chile and 3800 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 88.8% 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 395.97 USD in Chile and 2380 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 83.4% 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 792.19 USD in Chile and 7094 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 88.8% 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 744.21 USD in Chile and 4107 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 81.9% lower in Chile.
Flats for sale
Chile vs. United States - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 5.42 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 2251 USD in Chile and 14278 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 84.2% 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 2097 USD in Chile and 9275 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 77.4% lower in Chile.
Salary
Chile vs. United States - average salary. The average salary in Chile is 10.49 times lower than in the United States.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 571.85 USD in Chile and 5997 USD in the United States. The average salary is 90.5% lower in Chile.
Hotels
Chile vs. United States - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Three stars
Four stars
Five stars
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