Portugal vs Portugal · 30 km apart
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Cheaper overallPortugal
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| Expense | Mafra | Lisbon | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $7.20 | $7.63 | Mafra |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $28.80 | $30.53 | Mafra |
| Cappuccino | $2.16 | $2.29 | Mafra |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $163 | $173 | Mafra |
| Monthly public transport pass | $26.40 | $27.98 | Mafra |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $69.60 | $73.78 | Mafra |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $20.16 | $21.37 | Mafra |
| Fitness club membership | $20.16 | $21.37 | Mafra |
| Cinema ticket | $5.28 | $5.60 | Mafra |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $437 | $470 | Mafra |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $304 | $327 | Mafra |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $912 | $981 | Mafra |
| Total single-person budget | $784 | $836 | Mafra |
| Average net salary | $1,500 | $1,590 |
Mafra is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Mafra 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 Mafra · Full cost of living in Lisbon