Most nomads in Argentina live in Buenos Aires, but the country’s other cities offer wine, mountains, lakes and lower costs. This page compares five bases.
The costs are ballpark figures for a comfortable month for one person: a one-bedroom apartment on a monthly lease, eating out most days, coworking, transport and a social life. Argentine prices in dollars change quickly.
The Bases at a Glance#
| Base | Comfortable month | Best months | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buenos Aires | about $1,800 | March to May, September to November | Big-city life, community |
| Mendoza | about $1,400 | March to May, October to November | Wine, the Andes |
| Córdoba | $1,200 to $1,500 | March to May, September to November | Student city, hills |
| Bariloche | $1,500 to $2,000 | December to March, July to September | Lakes, hiking, skiing |
| Salta | $1,100 to $1,400 | April to November | Colonial northwest |
Buenos Aires#
One of the great cities of the world, with European-style boulevards, leafy Palermo and Recoleta, cafes, bookshops, theatre, tango and nightlife that starts after midnight. It has the country’s nomad community, coworking and best healthcare. See the Buenos Aires digital nomad guide.
Mendoza#
Wine capital at the foot of the Andes, sunny and calm, with vineyards, hiking and skiing nearby. See the Mendoza digital nomad guide.
Córdoba#
Argentina’s second city is a lively university town with colonial churches, a young population, low costs, and the Sierras de Córdoba hills for weekends. Few foreigners live here.
Bariloche#
A mountain town on Lake Nahuel Huapi in northern Patagonia, with chocolate shops, hiking, kayaking and skiing at Cerro Catedral. Summer and ski season are busy; spring and autumn are quiet. Internet is good in town.
Salta#
A colonial city in the northwest, gateway to colourful canyons, high desert and vineyards at Cafayate. It is cheap and relaxed, with dry, sunny winters.
Choosing Your Base#
- Start in Buenos Aires for community, services and easy setup.
- Head to Patagonia in summer (December to March) and the northwest in winter.
- Check internet before renting outside the big cities.
Where to Base FAQs#
Where do most digital nomads live in Argentina?
Buenos Aires, by a wide margin, mostly in Palermo and Recoleta.
What is the cheapest place in Argentina for digital nomads?
Salta and Córdoba are among the cheapest, at about $1,100 to $1,500 a month.
Is Bariloche good for digital nomads?
Yes, for outdoor lovers in summer or ski season, with good internet in town. It is quieter in the shoulder seasons.