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Arouca vs Lisbon

Portugal vs Portugal · 258 km apart

Arouca

Portugal

€643 ($698)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Lisbon

Portugal

€769 ($836)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Arouca is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Arouca runs about $698 versus $836 in Lisbon — a difference of roughly 20%.

Salary-adjusted, Lisbon 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 Arouca  ·  Full cost of living in Lisbon

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arouca cheaper than Lisbon?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $698 per month in Arouca versus $836 in Lisbon — about 20% less.
How far is Arouca from Lisbon?
The straight-line distance between Arouca and Lisbon is approximately 258 km (160 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Arouca or Lisbon?
The estimated average net salary is $1,350 in Arouca and $1,590 in Lisbon. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $652 in Arouca versus $754 in Lisbon per month.