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Cost of Living in Brasilia, Brazil

By Betsy Burlingame

Last updated on Apr 17, 2023

Summary: The cost of living in Brasilia, Brazil is generally considered to be quite reasonable. A nice 1 bedroom apartment in Brasilia can cost anywhere from $500 to $1,000 per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost from $800 to $1,500 per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Brasilia is usually around $15 to $20 per person.

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Is the cost of living in Brasilia high?

We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Brasilia, they wrote:

"The cost of living in Brasilia is generally considered to be moderate. Prices for basic necessities such as food, transportation, and housing are generally lower than in other major cities in Brazil. However, the cost of living in Brasilia can be higher than in other parts of the country due to the city's higher wages and higher cost of living. Additionally, the cost of entertainment and leisure activities can be more expensive than in other parts of Brazil," explained one expat.

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Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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Oliveira Lawyers is the foremost Brazilian law firm dedicated to representing the interests of foreign citizens in Brazil. From immigration to real estate and other life events, our bilingual attorneys got you covered!
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Oliveira Lawyers is the foremost Brazilian law firm dedicated to representing the interests of foreign citizens in Brazil. From immigration to real estate and other life events, our bilingual attorneys got you covered!
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