Cost of Living in Brazil
Last updated on Apr 13, 2023
Summary: The cost of living in Brazil varies depending on the city and the lifestyle of the individual. Generally speaking, the cost of living in Brazil is considered to be relatively low compared to other countries. A nice 1 bedroom apartment in Brazil can cost anywhere from $500 to $1,500 per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $800 to $2,500 per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Brazil is usually around $15 to $20 per person.
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We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Brazil, they wrote:
"The cost of living in Brazil varies greatly depending on a variety of factors such as whether one lives in a large city or rural village. In general, those living in the cities will find housing, transportation, medical costs, and other necessities to be more expensive than those living in rural areas. Groceries, however, are typically the same cost no matter where one lives in Brazil. Additionally, the cost of utilities varies depending on the location and the city," said one expat in Brazil.
"If a person wishes to have a comfortable lifestyle including a housekeeper and a groundsman, I would say the minimum is $5,000 a month. (US dollars)," remarked one in Taiba.

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