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Best Cities in Brazil to Live In 2026
2 cities ranked by Livability Score — affordability, safety, internet, democracy & climate.
#1
Rio de Janeiro
56/100🔒 19.3 per 100k☀️ 26°C summers⚡ 371 Mbps🌊 Coastal⛰️ Mountains
#2
Florianopolis
42/100🔒 19.3 per 100k☀️ 21°C summers🌊 Coastal
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❓ Living in Brazil — Common Questions
What is the best city to live in Brazil?▾
Based on our Livability Score, Rio de Janeiro ranks #1 in Brazil with a score of 56/100.
What is the safest city in Brazil?▾
By UNODC homicide rate data, Rio de Janeiro is the safest city in Brazil in our database, with a rate of 19.3 per 100,000 people.
Should I move to Rio de Janeiro or Florianopolis?▾
Rio de Janeiro scores 56/100 on our Livability Score vs 42/100 for Florianopolis. See the full comparison at the bottom of this page.