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Guarujá vs Rio de Janeiro

Brazil vs Brazil · 334 km apart

Guarujá

Brazil

R$2,414 ($447)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Rio de Janeiro

Brazil

R$2,956 ($547)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Guarujá is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Guarujá 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 Guarujá  ·  Full cost of living in Rio de Janeiro

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Guarujá cheaper than Rio de Janeiro?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $447 per month in Guarujá versus $547 in Rio de Janeiro — about 22% less.
How far is Guarujá from Rio de Janeiro?
The straight-line distance between Guarujá and Rio de Janeiro is approximately 334 km (207 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Guarujá or Rio de Janeiro?
The estimated average net salary is $689 in Guarujá and $832 in Rio de Janeiro. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $242 in Guarujá versus $285 in Rio de Janeiro per month.