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Alto da Maia vs Vila Nova de Gaia

Portugal vs Portugal · 13 km apart

Alto da Maia

Portugal

€643 ($698)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Vila Nova de Gaia

Portugal

€769 ($836)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseAlto da MaiaVila Nova de GaiaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$6.48$7.63Alto da Maia
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$25.92$30.53Alto da Maia
Cappuccino$1.94$2.29Alto da Maia
Monthly groceries (single person)$147$173Alto da Maia
Monthly public transport pass$23.76$27.98Alto da Maia
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$62.64$73.78Alto da Maia
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$18.14$21.37Alto da Maia
Fitness club membership$18.14$21.37Alto da Maia
Cinema ticket$4.75$5.60Alto da Maia
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$383$470Alto da Maia
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$266$327Alto da Maia
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$799$981Alto da Maia
Total single-person budget$698$836Alto da Maia
Average net salary$1,350$1,590

Verdict

Alto da Maia is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Alto da Maia runs about $698 versus $836 in Vila Nova de Gaia — a difference of roughly 20%.

Salary-adjusted, Vila Nova de Gaia 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 Alto da Maia  ·  Full cost of living in Vila Nova de Gaia

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alto da Maia cheaper than Vila Nova de Gaia?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $698 per month in Alto da Maia versus $836 in Vila Nova de Gaia — about 20% less.
How far is Alto da Maia from Vila Nova de Gaia?
The straight-line distance between Alto da Maia and Vila Nova de Gaia is approximately 13 km (8 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Alto da Maia or Vila Nova de Gaia?
The estimated average net salary is $1,350 in Alto da Maia and $1,590 in Vila Nova de Gaia. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $652 in Alto da Maia versus $754 in Vila Nova de Gaia per month.