Is the cost of living in Portugal high?

We asked people about the cost of living in Portugal, they wrote...

"The cost of living in Portugal is higher than other countries in Europe but still quite affordable. It is slightly more expensive to live in big cities such as Lisbon or Porto, as rent and basic goods tend to be more expensive than in smaller towns or rural locations. On average, a nice 1 bedroom apartment in a central area of a major city in Portugal can be around $800-1000 USD per month. A nice 2 bedroom apartment in the same area could expectancy be closer to $1000-1300 USD monthly. Eating dinner out in a moderately priced restaurant is quite affordable compared to major cities worldwide, with a dinner for two typically costing around 25 USD," said another expat in Portugal.

Is the cost of living in Portugal high?

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About the Author

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.