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Nova Friburgo vs Rio de Janeiro

Brazil vs Brazil · 98 km apart

Nova Friburgo

Brazil

R$2,268 ($420)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Rio de Janeiro

Brazil

R$2,956 ($547)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseNova FriburgoRio de JaneiroCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.50$5.76Nova Friburgo
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$18.00$23.04Nova Friburgo
Cappuccino$1.35$1.73Nova Friburgo
Monthly groceries (single person)$102$131Nova Friburgo
Monthly public transport pass$16.50$21.12Nova Friburgo
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$43.50$55.68Nova Friburgo
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$12.60$16.13Nova Friburgo
Fitness club membership$12.60$16.13Nova Friburgo
Cinema ticket$3.30$4.22Nova Friburgo
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$173$235Nova Friburgo
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$120$163Nova Friburgo
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$360$490Nova Friburgo
Total single-person budget$420$547Nova Friburgo
Average net salary$650$832

Verdict

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nova Friburgo cheaper than Rio de Janeiro?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $420 per month in Nova Friburgo versus $547 in Rio de Janeiro — about 30% less.
How far is Nova Friburgo from Rio de Janeiro?
The straight-line distance between Nova Friburgo and Rio de Janeiro is approximately 98 km (61 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Nova Friburgo or Rio de Janeiro?
The estimated average net salary is $650 in Nova Friburgo and $832 in Rio de Janeiro. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $230 in Nova Friburgo versus $285 in Rio de Janeiro per month.