Moving to Argentina from Montana

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Montana to Argentina? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Montana to Argentina, you would find that Argentina is 36.8% cheaper than Montana. A $75,000 salary in Montana would need to be roughly ARS71,364,125 in Argentina to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Guaraní and Spanish. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Buenos Aires averages 73°F vs 58°F in Helena, making it significantly warmer.

How Far Will Your Money Go?

A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Montana and Argentina.

What does your salary buy?

$75,000 ARS71,364,125

To maintain the same standard of living in Argentina

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How key spending categories compare

Restaurants

pay 31.5% less

Groceries

pay 36.5% less

Transportation

pay 14.7% less

Housing

pay 70.2% less

Childcare

pay 82.7% less

Entertainment and Sports

pay 48.7% less

See full cost of living breakdown
Exchange rate:1 USD = 1477.79 ARS(June 2026)

Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

What the data shows about people moving from Montana to Argentina.

Living there in 2020
5,184 ↑ 1% vs 2015

people born in United States live in Argentina · UN DESA

Who's moving to Argentina?

Top countries of origin for Argentina's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Argentina compared to Montana.

How's the healthcare?

Adult obesity rateCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (PLACES), 2022

share of adults with obesity

MT
31.8%
AR
28.3%

Argentina performs significantly better than Montana across all health & wellbeing metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Internet accessUS Census Bureau (American Community Survey), 2023

share of households with internet

MT
88.7%
AR
87.0%

Montana performs better than Argentina across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rateBureau of Labor Statistics, 2025

percentage of the labour force without work

MT
3.7%
AR
6.2%
GDP per capitaBureau of Economic Analysis, 2024

a broad measure of economic output per person

MT
$52,945
AR
$26,500

Montana performs better than Argentina across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancyOECD Regional Demography, 2022

average years of life at birth

MT
76.8 yrs
AR
78.3 yrs

Argentina performs significantly better than Montana across all family life metrics.

Data: Bureau of Economic Analysis, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (PLACES), OECD Regional Demography, US Census Bureau (American Community Survey)

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

HelenaRain: 11.2 in/yr (285 mm)
58°/33°F

Avg. annual high / low

Buenos AiresRain: 48.7 in/yr (1237 mm)
73°/56°F

Avg. annual high / low

MonthsHelenaBuenos Aires
Jan–Mar40°/18°F (4°/-8°C)83°/66°F (29°/19°C)
Apr–Jun67°/41°F (19°/5°C)67°/52°F (19°/11°C)
Jul–Sep81°/50°F (27°/10°C)64°/48°F (17°/9°C)
Oct–Dec45°/22°F (7°/-6°C)78°/61°F (26°/16°C)
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MonthHelenaBuenos Aires
Jan33°/13°F (0.7°/-10.6°C)86°/68°F (30.1°/20.1°C)
Feb39°/17°F (3.7°/-8.4°C)84°/67°F (28.7°/19.2°C)
Mar48°/24°F (9.0°/-4.3°C)80°/64°F (26.8°/17.7°C)
Apr58°/32°F (14.3°/0.1°C)73°/57°F (22.9°/13.8°C)
May67°/41°F (19.5°/4.9°C)67°/51°F (19.3°/10.7°C)
Jun76°/49°F (24.3°/9.2°C)61°/47°F (16.0°/8.1°C)
Jul86°/54°F (29.8°/12.4°C)60°/45°F (15.3°/7.4°C)
Aug85°/52°F (29.2°/11.2°C)64°/48°F (17.7°/8.8°C)
Sep73°/43°F (22.6°/6.2°C)67°/51°F (19.3°/10.3°C)
Oct59°/33°F (14.8°/0.3°C)73°/56°F (22.7°/13.3°C)
Nov43°/22°F (6.2°/-5.6°C)78°/61°F (25.6°/15.9°C)
Dec32°/12°F (-0.2°/-11.2°C)83°/65°F (28.5°/18.4°C)

Data: National Weather Service National Weather Service, Servicio Meteorológico Nacional Servicio Meteorológico Nacional

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between United States and Argentina. To live, work, or study long-term in Argentina, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Argentina's immigration authority.

United States passport

United States passport holder visiting Argentina

Visa Free
United States passport holders can enter Argentina without a visa.
Argentina passport

Argentina passport holder visiting United States

Visa Required
Argentina passport holders need a visa to enter United States.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to live in Argentina than Montana?

On average Argentina is about 36% less expensive than Montana, with major cities narrowing the gap.

How much money do I need to move to Argentina?

Budget about ARS17,841,031 for 3 months in Argentina (based on a $75,000 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, a rental deposit, and visa fees.

Can I work remotely from Argentina?

From major Argentina cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in Montana and Argentina are what actually decide it long-term.

How is healthcare in Argentina compared to Montana?

Argentina performs significantly better than Montana across all health & wellbeing metrics.

What's the weather like in Argentina compared to Montana?

The average high temperature in Buenos Aires is 73°F, compared to 58°F in Helena. Buenos Aires receives around 48.7 in of rainfall per year, while Helena gets 11.2 in.

What language do they speak in Argentina?

The official languages in Argentina are Guaraní and Spanish. In Montana, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

AR
Population989,41546,245,668
CurrencyUnited States Dollar ($)Argentine Peso (ARS)
LanguagesEnglishGuaraní, Spanish
Driving sideRightRight
Calling code+1+54
Time zones111
Emergency number911911