In La Serena, Chile, living costs about $853 per month for one person and $2274 for a family of four, including rent.
Overall living costs in La Serena are 4% cheaper than the European benchmark.
La Serena is 65% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in La Serena is, on average, 86% lower than in New York City.
La Serena is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by transport and rent & utilities. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.
The primary driver of costs in La Serena is rent & utilities, which can impact overall affordability. This can make it challenging for some residents to manage their budgets.
Food costs in La Serena are 1% lower than the European benchmark, making it relatively affordable. Residents can find a variety of options to suit different budgets.
Public transport in La Serena is 30% lower than the European benchmark, providing an economical way to get around. This makes commuting more accessible for residents.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 9.33 $ |
| Dinner | 42.2 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 9.07 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 2.46 $ |
| Capuccino | 3.33 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 1.18 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.29 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 2.08 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.42 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 3.89 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 12.5 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 6.1 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 13.7 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.87 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.86 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.42 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.42 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.3 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.32 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.64 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 2.17 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 5.28 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.1 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 5.16 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 1.11 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 42.3 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.47 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 16.5 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 36.8 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 3.38 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 2.92 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.53 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 2.01 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 51 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 79 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 22.7 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 263 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 615 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 360 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 907 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 2,146 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 1,857 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 762 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 6.47% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 72.3 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 7.59 $ |
| Haircut | 8.81 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 87.7 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 46.8 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 392 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 5,393 $ |