Brazil vs Brazil · 207 km apart
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| Expense | Guaratinguetá | Rio de Janeiro | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.50 | $5.76 | Guaratinguetá |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $18.00 | $23.04 | Guaratinguetá |
| Cappuccino | $1.35 | $1.73 | Guaratinguetá |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $102 | $131 | Guaratinguetá |
| Monthly public transport pass | $16.50 | $21.12 | Guaratinguetá |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $43.50 | $55.68 | Guaratinguetá |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $12.60 | $16.13 | Guaratinguetá |
| Fitness club membership | $12.60 | $16.13 | Guaratinguetá |
| Cinema ticket | $3.30 | $4.22 | Guaratinguetá |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $173 | $235 | Guaratinguetá |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $120 | $163 | Guaratinguetá |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $360 | $490 | Guaratinguetá |
| Total single-person budget | $420 | $547 | Guaratinguetá |
| Average net salary | $650 | $832 |
Guaratinguetá is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Guaratinguetá 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 Guaratinguetá · Full cost of living in Rio de Janeiro