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Campina Grande vs Rio de Janeiro

Brazil vs Brazil · 1,911 km apart

Campina Grande

Brazil

R$2,414 ($447)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Rio de Janeiro

Brazil

R$2,956 ($547)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseCampina GrandeRio de JaneiroCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.77$5.76Campina Grande
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$19.08$23.04Campina Grande
Cappuccino$1.43$1.73Campina Grande
Monthly groceries (single person)$108$131Campina Grande
Monthly public transport pass$17.49$21.12Campina Grande
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$46.11$55.68Campina Grande
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$13.36$16.13Campina Grande
Fitness club membership$13.36$16.13Campina Grande
Cinema ticket$3.50$4.22Campina Grande
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$186$235Campina Grande
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$129$163Campina Grande
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$387$490Campina Grande
Total single-person budget$447$547Campina Grande
Average net salary$689$832

Verdict

Campina Grande is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Campina Grande runs about $447 versus $547 in Rio de Janeiro — a difference of roughly 22%.

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 Campina Grande  ·  Full cost of living in Rio de Janeiro

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Campina Grande cheaper than Rio de Janeiro?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $447 per month in Campina Grande versus $547 in Rio de Janeiro — about 22% less.
How far is Campina Grande from Rio de Janeiro?
The straight-line distance between Campina Grande and Rio de Janeiro is approximately 1,911 km (1,188 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Campina Grande or Rio de Janeiro?
The estimated average net salary is $689 in Campina Grande and $832 in Rio de Janeiro. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $242 in Campina Grande versus $285 in Rio de Janeiro per month.