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Serra vs São Paulo

Brazil vs Brazil · 756 km apart

Serra

Brazil

R$2,414 ($447)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

São Paulo

Brazil

R$3,006 ($557)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseSerraSão PauloCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.77$5.85Serra
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$19.08$23.40Serra
Cappuccino$1.43$1.76Serra
Monthly groceries (single person)$108$133Serra
Monthly public transport pass$17.49$21.45Serra
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$46.11$56.55Serra
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$13.36$16.38Serra
Fitness club membership$13.36$16.38Serra
Cinema ticket$3.50$4.29Serra
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$186$239Serra
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$129$167Serra
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$387$500Serra
Total single-person budget$447$557Serra
Average net salary$689$845

Verdict

Serra is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Serra runs about $447 versus $557 in São Paulo — a difference of roughly 24%.

Salary-adjusted, São Paulo 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 São Paulo

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Serra cheaper than São Paulo?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $447 per month in Serra versus $557 in São Paulo — about 24% less.
How far is Serra from São Paulo?
The straight-line distance between Serra and São Paulo is approximately 756 km (469 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Serra or São Paulo?
The estimated average net salary is $689 in Serra and $845 in São Paulo. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $242 in Serra versus $288 in São Paulo per month.