Gasto cultural y de ocio en Chile: análisis de regresión cuantílica de las dispa ridades socioeconómicas y regionales utilizando microdatos de la Encuesta de Presupuestos Familiares

This study analyses the socioeconomic determinants of household spending on cultural and leisure activities in Chile via microdata from the IX Family Budget Survey 2021-22. A quantile regression model is applied to capture how these determinants vary across different levels of spending. The results show that total income, higher education and residence in metropolitan areas positively influence cultural spending, with a greater impact on income in households with lower spending levels. However, in higher quantiles, a decreasing elasticity of spending relative to income is observed, whereas geographical location becomes more relevant in higher-income households. These findings provide valuable insights for the design of public policies that promote cultural participation and reduce regional disparities in access to culture.