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Barcelos vs Lisbon

Portugal vs Portugal · 317 km apart

Barcelos

Portugal

€721 ($784)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Lisbon

Portugal

€769 ($836)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBarcelosLisbonCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$7.20$7.63Barcelos
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$28.80$30.53Barcelos
Cappuccino$2.16$2.29Barcelos
Monthly groceries (single person)$163$173Barcelos
Monthly public transport pass$26.40$27.98Barcelos
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$69.60$73.78Barcelos
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$20.16$21.37Barcelos
Fitness club membership$20.16$21.37Barcelos
Cinema ticket$5.28$5.60Barcelos
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$437$470Barcelos
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$304$327Barcelos
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$912$981Barcelos
Total single-person budget$784$836Barcelos
Average net salary$1,500$1,590

Verdict

Barcelos is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Barcelos runs about $784 versus $836 in Lisbon — a difference of roughly 7%.

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 Barcelos  ·  Full cost of living in Lisbon

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barcelos cheaper than Lisbon?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $784 per month in Barcelos versus $836 in Lisbon — about 7% less.
How far is Barcelos from Lisbon?
The straight-line distance between Barcelos and Lisbon is approximately 317 km (197 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Barcelos or Lisbon?
The estimated average net salary is $1,500 in Barcelos and $1,590 in Lisbon. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $716 in Barcelos versus $754 in Lisbon per month.