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Barra Velha vs Rio de Janeiro

Brazil vs Brazil · 691 km apart

Barra Velha

Brazil

R$2,268 ($420)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Rio de Janeiro

Brazil

R$2,956 ($547)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBarra VelhaRio de JaneiroCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.50$5.76Barra Velha
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$18.00$23.04Barra Velha
Cappuccino$1.35$1.73Barra Velha
Monthly groceries (single person)$102$131Barra Velha
Monthly public transport pass$16.50$21.12Barra Velha
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$43.50$55.68Barra Velha
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$12.60$16.13Barra Velha
Fitness club membership$12.60$16.13Barra Velha
Cinema ticket$3.30$4.22Barra Velha
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$173$235Barra Velha
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$120$163Barra Velha
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$360$490Barra Velha
Total single-person budget$420$547Barra Velha
Average net salary$650$832

Verdict

Barra Velha is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Barra Velha runs about $420 versus $547 in Rio de Janeiro — a difference of roughly 30%.

Salary-adjusted, Rio de Janeiro leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Barra Velha  ·  Full cost of living in Rio de Janeiro

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barra Velha cheaper than Rio de Janeiro?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $420 per month in Barra Velha versus $547 in Rio de Janeiro — about 30% less.
How far is Barra Velha from Rio de Janeiro?
The straight-line distance between Barra Velha and Rio de Janeiro is approximately 691 km (429 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Barra Velha or Rio de Janeiro?
The estimated average net salary is $650 in Barra Velha and $832 in Rio de Janeiro. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $230 in Barra Velha versus $285 in Rio de Janeiro per month.