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Barro Alto vs Rio de Janeiro

Brazil vs Brazil · 1,247 km apart

Barro Alto

Brazil

R$2,026 ($375)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Rio de Janeiro

Brazil

R$2,956 ($547)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBarro AltoRio de JaneiroCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.05$5.76Barro Alto
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$16.20$23.04Barro Alto
Cappuccino$1.22$1.73Barro Alto
Monthly groceries (single person)$91.80$131Barro Alto
Monthly public transport pass$14.85$21.12Barro Alto
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$39.15$55.68Barro Alto
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$11.34$16.13Barro Alto
Fitness club membership$11.34$16.13Barro Alto
Cinema ticket$2.97$4.22Barro Alto
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$151$235Barro Alto
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$105$163Barro Alto
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$316$490Barro Alto
Total single-person budget$375$547Barro Alto
Average net salary$585$832

Verdict

Barro Alto is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Barro Alto runs about $375 versus $547 in Rio de Janeiro — a difference of roughly 46%.

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 Barro Alto  ·  Full cost of living in Rio de Janeiro

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barro Alto cheaper than Rio de Janeiro?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $375 per month in Barro Alto versus $547 in Rio de Janeiro — about 46% less.
How far is Barro Alto from Rio de Janeiro?
The straight-line distance between Barro Alto and Rio de Janeiro is approximately 1,247 km (775 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Barro Alto or Rio de Janeiro?
The estimated average net salary is $585 in Barro Alto and $832 in Rio de Janeiro. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $210 in Barro Alto versus $285 in Rio de Janeiro per month.