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Serra Negra vs Rio de Janeiro

Brazil vs Brazil · 360 km apart

Serra Negra

Brazil

R$2,026 ($375)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Rio de Janeiro

Brazil

R$2,956 ($547)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Serra Negra cheaper than Rio de Janeiro?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $375 per month in Serra Negra versus $547 in Rio de Janeiro — about 46% less.
How far is Serra Negra from Rio de Janeiro?
The straight-line distance between Serra Negra and Rio de Janeiro is approximately 360 km (224 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Serra Negra or Rio de Janeiro?
The estimated average net salary is $585 in Serra Negra and $832 in Rio de Janeiro. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $210 in Serra Negra versus $285 in Rio de Janeiro per month.