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Chile🇨🇱
At a Glance
How Chile compares across key indices
Cost of Living
49 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
67/100
Healthcare
73/100
Quality of Life
162/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Chile
Cost of Living
49
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
37
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
49
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
52
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Chile - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
67/100
Crime Index
25/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Chile
Chile has 146 modeled cities; this view starts with 40 curated or popular options. Monthly costs for a single person range from $1,005 in San Antonio to $1,342 in Santiago. San Antonio leads on safety, scoring 70/100. San Antonio ranks highest for quality of life at 167/200.
💸Most Affordable
San Antonio
$1,005/mo
Safest
San Antonio
70/100
Best Quality of Life
San Antonio
167/200
Best Healthcare
Santiago
89/100
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40 of 146 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santiago | $1,342 | 59/100 | 161/200 | 89/100 | 59 |
| Puente Alto | $1,101 | 66/100 | 165/200 | 77/100 | 48 |
| Maipú | $1,095 | 66/100 | 165/200 | 76/100 | 48 |
| Antofagasta | $1,083 | 67/100 | 165/200 | 76/100 | 47 |
| Viña del Mar | $1,074 | 67/100 | 165/200 | 75/100 | 46 |
| Valparaíso | $1,065 | 67/100 | 165/200 | 74/100 | 45 |
| Ñuñoa | $1,060 | 68/100 | 165/200 | 74/100 | 45 |
| San Bernardo | $1,059 | 68/100 | 166/200 | 74/100 | 45 |
| Puerto Montt | $1,058 | 68/100 | 166/200 | 74/100 | 45 |
| Arica | $1,057 | 68/100 | 166/200 | 74/100 | 45 |
| Peñalolén | $1,057 | 68/100 | 166/200 | 74/100 | 45 |
| Temuco | $1,057 | 68/100 | 166/200 | 74/100 | 45 |
| Concepción | $1,054 | 68/100 | 166/200 | 74/100 | 44 |
| Rancagua | $1,050 | 68/100 | 166/200 | 73/100 | 44 |
| Quilicura | $1,050 | 68/100 | 166/200 | 73/100 | 44 |
| La Pintana | $1,048 | 68/100 | 166/200 | 73/100 | 44 |
| Iquique | $1,047 | 68/100 | 166/200 | 73/100 | 44 |
| Talca | $1,047 | 68/100 | 166/200 | 73/100 | 44 |
| Calama | $1,037 | 69/100 | 166/200 | 73/100 | 43 |
| Coquimbo | $1,036 | 69/100 | 166/200 | 73/100 | 43 |
| La Serena | $1,034 | 69/100 | 166/200 | 72/100 | 43 |
| Talcahuano | $1,033 | 69/100 | 166/200 | 72/100 | 43 |
| Chillán | $1,033 | 69/100 | 166/200 | 72/100 | 43 |
| Renca | $1,032 | 69/100 | 166/200 | 72/100 | 43 |
| Colina | $1,031 | 69/100 | 166/200 | 72/100 | 43 |
| Alto Hospicio | $1,030 | 69/100 | 166/200 | 72/100 | 43 |
| Osorno | $1,028 | 69/100 | 166/200 | 72/100 | 43 |
| Valdivia | $1,026 | 69/100 | 166/200 | 72/100 | 42 |
| Villa Mercedes | $1,025 | 69/100 | 166/200 | 72/100 | 42 |
| Quilpué | $1,025 | 69/100 | 166/200 | 72/100 | 42 |
| Copiapó | $1,024 | 69/100 | 166/200 | 72/100 | 42 |
| Los Ángeles | $1,023 | 69/100 | 166/200 | 72/100 | 42 |
| San Pedro de la Paz | $1,021 | 69/100 | 166/200 | 72/100 | 42 |
| Punta Arenas | $1,020 | 69/100 | 166/200 | 72/100 | 42 |
| Coronel | $1,016 | 69/100 | 166/200 | 71/100 | 42 |
| Lo Prado | $1,013 | 70/100 | 167/200 | 71/100 | 41 |
| Curicó | $1,012 | 70/100 | 167/200 | 71/100 | 41 |
| Lampa | $1,012 | 70/100 | 167/200 | 71/100 | 41 |
| Villa Alemana | $1,010 | 70/100 | 167/200 | 71/100 | 41 |
| San Antonio | $1,005 | 70/100 | 167/200 | 71/100 | 41 |
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Schools
48 verified school profiles across 2 cities in Chile — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
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Instituto Alemán de Osorno
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24 more verified schools in Chile are available in the School Finder, with filters for city, age, language, credentials, and tuition.
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Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Chile
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Environment
ModerateAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Chile
Pollution Index
47/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
23.3ug/m3
Moderate
Environmental Quality
Air Quality100/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Chile, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Chile?
Chile has a cost of living index of 49 relative to New York City (100). It is moderately affordable compared to the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,012 in Curicó and reach $1,342 in Santiago.
What is the cheapest city in Chile for expats?
Curicó is the most affordable city in Chile in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $1,012 for a single person including rent. Lampa is the next most affordable at $1,012/mo.
Is Chile safe for expats?
Chile has a safety index of 67/100, making it generally safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Lo Prado scores highest on safety at 70/100.
What is the best city in Chile for expats and digital nomads?
Lo Prado ranks highest for quality of life in Chile, scoring 167/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,013/mo for a single person. For budget-conscious expats, Curicó offers the lowest monthly costs at $1,012/mo.
How good is healthcare in Chile?
Chile scores 73/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it good by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Is Chile cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Chile's cost of living is roughly 51% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 63% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
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