Buenos Aires

🇦🇷Argentina•South America

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living54

Safety68

Healthcare71

Career Opportunities55

Climate69

Transport73

Air Quality65.5

Family Friendliness65

Education62

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Buenos Aires a good place to live?

Buenos Aires scores 65/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 54/100), moderately safe (safety: 68/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 71/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Buenos Aires?

Buenos Aires has a cost of living score of 54/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Buenos Aires?

Buenos Aires has a transport score of 73/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Buenos Aires?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Buenos Aires are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Buenos Aires safe for expats?

Buenos Aires has a safety score of 68/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 65.5/100.

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