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Cost of Living in Mendoza, Argentina
Mendoza is a city in Argentina, where a single person can expect to spend about $680 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $260 per month, or $210 outside the centre. Internet is workable at around 61 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Mendoza scores 52/100 — moderately safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 92°F and winter highs around 57°F, with roughly 274 sunny days a year.
Mendoza Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Mendoza
How Mendoza Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Mendoza is cheaper than 93% of them, but sits in the bottom 19% for internet speed.
| Metric | Mendoza | World rank | Rank in Latin America & Caribbean |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $680 | #22 of 340 | #4 of 63 |
| Safety | 52/100 | #230 of 340 | #21 of 63 |
| Healthcare | 58/100 | #254 of 340 | #29 of 63 |
| Internet speed | 61 Mbps | #277 of 340 | #47 of 63 |
| Walkability | 58/100 | #158 of 340 | #20 of 63 |
| Public transit | 35/100 | #172 of 340 | #22 of 63 |
| Food scene | 85/100 | #64 of 340 | #5 of 63 |
| Air quality | 85/100 | #114 of 340 | #12 of 63 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Mendoza FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Mendoza?
A single person should budget around $680 per month in Mendoza, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
How much is rent in Mendoza?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Mendoza averages $260 per month, dropping to about $210 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $550.
Is Mendoza safe?
Mendoza scores 52/100 on safety, which is moderately safe. Tourist safety is rated 58/100.
How fast is the internet in Mendoza?
Median download speeds in Mendoza are around 61 Mbps — workable for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 20 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Argentina offer a digital nomad visa?
Argentina does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 90 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Mendoza?
Mendoza sees summer highs around 92°F and winter highs near 57°F, with about 274 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 30 days.
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