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Lagos vs Vila Nova de Gaia

Portugal vs Portugal · 449 km apart

Lagos

Portugal

€643 ($698)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Vila Nova de Gaia

Portugal

€769 ($836)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lagos cheaper than Vila Nova de Gaia?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $698 per month in Lagos versus $836 in Vila Nova de Gaia — about 20% less.
How far is Lagos from Vila Nova de Gaia?
The straight-line distance between Lagos and Vila Nova de Gaia is approximately 449 km (279 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Lagos or Vila Nova de Gaia?
The estimated average net salary is $1,350 in Lagos and $1,590 in Vila Nova de Gaia. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $652 in Lagos versus $754 in Vila Nova de Gaia per month.