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Manaus vs Rio de Janeiro

Brazil vs Brazil · 2,850 km apart

Manaus

Brazil

R$2,610 ($483)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Rio de Janeiro

Brazil

R$2,956 ($547)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseManausRio de JaneiroCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$5.13$5.76Manaus
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$20.52$23.04Manaus
Cappuccino$1.54$1.73Manaus
Monthly groceries (single person)$116$131Manaus
Monthly public transport pass$18.81$21.12Manaus
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$49.59$55.68Manaus
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$14.36$16.13Manaus
Fitness club membership$14.36$16.13Manaus
Cinema ticket$3.76$4.22Manaus
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$203$235Manaus
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$141$163Manaus
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$424$490Manaus
Total single-person budget$483$547Manaus
Average net salary$741$832

Verdict

Manaus is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Manaus runs about $483 versus $547 in Rio de Janeiro — a difference of roughly 13%.

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 Manaus  ·  Full cost of living in Rio de Janeiro

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Manaus cheaper than Rio de Janeiro?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $483 per month in Manaus versus $547 in Rio de Janeiro — about 13% less.
How far is Manaus from Rio de Janeiro?
The straight-line distance between Manaus and Rio de Janeiro is approximately 2,850 km (1,771 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Manaus or Rio de Janeiro?
The estimated average net salary is $741 in Manaus and $832 in Rio de Janeiro. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $258 in Manaus versus $285 in Rio de Janeiro per month.