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Serra vs Rio de Janeiro

Brazil vs Brazil · 431 km apart

Serra

Brazil

R$2,414 ($447)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Rio de Janeiro

Brazil

R$2,956 ($547)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseSerraRio de JaneiroCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.77$5.76Serra
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$19.08$23.04Serra
Cappuccino$1.43$1.73Serra
Monthly groceries (single person)$108$131Serra
Monthly public transport pass$17.49$21.12Serra
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$46.11$55.68Serra
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$13.36$16.13Serra
Fitness club membership$13.36$16.13Serra
Cinema ticket$3.50$4.22Serra
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$186$235Serra
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$129$163Serra
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$387$490Serra
Total single-person budget$447$547Serra
Average net salary$689$832

Verdict

Serra is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Serra runs about $447 versus $547 in Rio de Janeiro — a difference of roughly 22%.

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  ·  Full cost of living in Rio de Janeiro

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Serra cheaper than Rio de Janeiro?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $447 per month in Serra versus $547 in Rio de Janeiro — about 22% less.
How far is Serra from Rio de Janeiro?
The straight-line distance between Serra and Rio de Janeiro is approximately 431 km (268 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Serra or Rio de Janeiro?
The estimated average net salary is $689 in Serra and $832 in Rio de Janeiro. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $242 in Serra versus $285 in Rio de Janeiro per month.