🇧🇷 Cost of Living in Brazil
2 cities, ranked from wallet-friendly to wallet-hostile
Median monthly budget · single · city center
$1,087/mo
Across 2 cities we track
Couple
$1,411
Family of 4
$3,542
City-by-city damage report
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Median across 2 cities
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Median prices across 2 cities
Getting around — or trying to
Median prices across 2 cities
Brazil vs. the neighbors
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Brazil?▼
Across 2 cities, a single person spends a median of $1,087/month including rent. Florianopolis is the cheapest at $1,063/mo, while Rio de Janeiro runs $1,111/mo.
What is the average rent in Brazil?▼
Median rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city center is $644/month across 2 cities we track.
What is the average salary in Brazil?▼
The median monthly net salary (after tax) across 2 cities is about $723, based on Numbeo data.
What is the cheapest city in Brazil?▼
Florianopolis is the most affordable at $1,063/month for a single person. Rio de Janeiro is the most expensive at $1,111/month.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.