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Serra Azul vs Rio de Janeiro

Brazil vs Brazil · 483 km apart

Serra Azul

Brazil

R$2,026 ($375)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Rio de Janeiro

Brazil

R$2,956 ($547)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Serra Azul cheaper than Rio de Janeiro?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $375 per month in Serra Azul versus $547 in Rio de Janeiro — about 46% less.
How far is Serra Azul from Rio de Janeiro?
The straight-line distance between Serra Azul and Rio de Janeiro is approximately 483 km (300 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Serra Azul or Rio de Janeiro?
The estimated average net salary is $585 in Serra Azul and $832 in Rio de Janeiro. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $210 in Serra Azul versus $285 in Rio de Janeiro per month.