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Caparica vs Vila Nova de Gaia

Portugal vs Portugal · 278 km apart

Caparica

Portugal

€643 ($698)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Vila Nova de Gaia

Portugal

€769 ($836)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Caparica is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Caparica 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 Caparica  ·  Full cost of living in Vila Nova de Gaia

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caparica cheaper than Vila Nova de Gaia?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $698 per month in Caparica versus $836 in Vila Nova de Gaia — about 20% less.
How far is Caparica from Vila Nova de Gaia?
The straight-line distance between Caparica and Vila Nova de Gaia is approximately 278 km (173 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Caparica or Vila Nova de Gaia?
The estimated average net salary is $1,350 in Caparica and $1,590 in Vila Nova de Gaia. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $652 in Caparica versus $754 in Vila Nova de Gaia per month.