🇵🇹 Cost of Living in Portugal
5 cities, ranked from wallet-friendly to wallet-hostile
Median monthly budget · single · city center
$1,984/mo
Across 5 cities we track
Couple
$2,570
Family of 4
$5,053
City-by-city damage report
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Median across 5 cities
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Median prices across 5 cities
Getting around — or trying to
Median prices across 5 cities
Portugal vs. the neighbors
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Portugal?▼
Across 5 cities, a single person spends a median of $1,984/month including rent. Faro is the cheapest at $1,751/mo, while Lisbon runs $2,360/mo.
What is the average rent in Portugal?▼
Median rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city center is $1,297/month across 5 cities we track.
What is the average salary in Portugal?▼
The median monthly net salary (after tax) across 5 cities is about $1,514, based on Numbeo data.
What is the cheapest city in Portugal?▼
Faro is the most affordable at $1,751/month for a single person. Lisbon is the most expensive at $2,360/month.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.