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Porto Real vs Rio de Janeiro

Brazil vs Brazil · 124 km apart

Porto Real

Brazil

R$2,026 ($375)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Rio de Janeiro

Brazil

R$2,956 ($547)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpensePorto RealRio de JaneiroCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.05$5.76Porto Real
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$16.20$23.04Porto Real
Cappuccino$1.22$1.73Porto Real
Monthly groceries (single person)$91.80$131Porto Real
Monthly public transport pass$14.85$21.12Porto Real
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$39.15$55.68Porto Real
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$11.34$16.13Porto Real
Fitness club membership$11.34$16.13Porto Real
Cinema ticket$2.97$4.22Porto Real
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$151$235Porto Real
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$105$163Porto Real
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$316$490Porto Real
Total single-person budget$375$547Porto Real
Average net salary$585$832

Verdict

Porto Real is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Porto Real runs about $375 versus $547 in Rio de Janeiro — a difference of roughly 46%.

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 Porto Real  ·  Full cost of living in Rio de Janeiro

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Porto Real cheaper than Rio de Janeiro?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $375 per month in Porto Real versus $547 in Rio de Janeiro — about 46% less.
How far is Porto Real from Rio de Janeiro?
The straight-line distance between Porto Real and Rio de Janeiro is approximately 124 km (77 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Porto Real or Rio de Janeiro?
The estimated average net salary is $585 in Porto Real and $832 in Rio de Janeiro. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $210 in Porto Real versus $285 in Rio de Janeiro per month.