🇨🇱 Chile Relocation Data 2026
Key statistics for expats and relocators
Data updated · Region: Americas · Free with attribution (CC BY 4.0)
Overall Score
54/100
Global Rank
#40/95
Est. Monthly Cost
$1,650
Dimension Breakdown
Confidence: 88%. Scores weighted using default quality-of-life profile. Source: WhereNext Global Relocation Index, compiled from institutional datasets (World Bank, WHO, GPI, OECD, EF EPI).
Cost of Living Breakdown
| Category | Affordability Index | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | 38/100 | Expensive |
| Rent | 68/100 | Moderate |
| Property Purchase | 68/100 | Moderate |
| Utilities | 68/100 | Moderate |
| Transport | 54/100 | Moderate |
| Overall (composite) | 45 | higher = more expensive |
Sub-indexes: higher = more affordable. Overall index: higher = more expensive. Estimated solo monthly cost: $1,650 USD (calibrated so US index 82 = ~$3,000/mo).
Top Cities in Chile
| City | Est. Monthly Cost | Cost Index | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santiago | $1,550 | 42 | 55 |
| Valparaiso | $1,650 | 45 | 67 |
| Concepcion | $1,650 | 45 | 67 |
| La Serena | $1,650 | 45 | 67 |
Tax Overview
| Tax Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Top Income Tax Rate | 40% |
| VAT / GST | 19% |
| Corporate Tax | 27% |
| Effective Rate at $60K | 4.7% |
August-2026 resident AFP Uno/Fonasa employee on an indefinite contract: a full year at August-2026 values, not a calendar-2026 outturn. Monthly IUSC rates reach 40% after capped employee contributions. Freelance, non-resident and retirement cases are not modelled; pension-health exemption requires IPS-confirmed eligibility.
Effective Tax by Income Tier (Salary)
| Gross Income (USD) | Effective Rate | Monthly Take-Home |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | 21% | $3,312 |
| $100,000 | 20% | $6,660 |
| $200,000 | 27% | $12,149 |
Estimated for a single-filer resident on salary income. Includes income tax + social contributions. Actual liability varies by residency status, treaties, and deductions. Sources: OECD Tax Database, Deloitte Tax Guides.
Visa Access by Passport
| Passport | Access Level | Max Stay (days) | Work Allowed | Nomad Visa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
Visa data for tourist/short-stay access. Work permits and long-term residency require separate applications. Source: WhereNext visa requirements database (73 passports mapped).
Key Facts
| Capital | Santiago |
| Population | 19.5 Million |
| Currency | Chilean Peso (CLP) |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Region | South America |
| Timezone | CLT (UTC-3/-4) |
| English Proficiency | Moderate |
How to Cite
WhereNext. "Chile Relocation Data 2026." WhereNext Open Data, 2026-04-12. https://getwherenext.com/data/country/cl. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.