San Pedro de Jujuy, Argentina
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$700
Retiree Score
52.3
Safety Index
48.0
Healthcare

Living in San Pedro de Jujuy means adapting to a small-town pace with a focus on agriculture. The humid subtropical climate keeps things sticky year-round, but it’s ideal for sugarcane and tobacco farming, which dominate the local economy. The city’s location along National Route 34 makes it accessible, though it’s still a 45 km drive from the provincial capital, San Salvador de Jujuy.

Daily life here revolves around the basics. You’ll find fewer amenities than in larger cities, and English isn’t widely spoken. The bureaucracy can be slow, especially if you’re navigating residency paperwork. San Pedro de Jujuy works best for those who want a quiet, low-cost lifestyle and don’t mind trading urban conveniences for a slower pace.

Can I afford San Pedro de Jujuy?

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San Pedro de Jujuy

You could save

2,300/mo

Savings Rate77%

Monthly Costs

Rent $240
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$460

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
77/100
Retiree Score
(i)
50/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Argentina Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
48
Safety
Healthcare
50
Walkability
50
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) *$1
Bread (loaf) *$1
Eggs (12) *$3
Rice (1kg) *$2
Chicken (1kg) *$8

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$7
Meal (Mid-range) *$11
Cappuccino *$1
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) *$54
Mobile Plan (mo) *$9
Gym (mo) *$15
Cinema Ticket *$4

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $144
1BR Outside (mo) *$213
3BR Center (mo) $270
3BR Outside (mo) *$437

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
low
Expat Community
medium
Top Neighborhoods
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San Pedro de Jujuy has a population of approximately 72,063 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $600 per month in San Pedro de Jujuy, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $240/month.

San Pedro de Jujuy is considered moderate in terms of safety, with a safety index of 48.0. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

It’s ideal for retirees or FIRE seekers who want a quiet, low-cost lifestyle and don’t mind the humid climate and limited urban conveniences.

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