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Mafra vs Vila Nova de Gaia

Portugal vs Portugal · 252 km apart

Mafra

Portugal

€721 ($784)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Vila Nova de Gaia

Portugal

€769 ($836)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Mafra is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Mafra runs about $784 versus $836 in Vila Nova de Gaia — a difference of roughly 7%.

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 Mafra  ·  Full cost of living in Vila Nova de Gaia

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mafra cheaper than Vila Nova de Gaia?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $784 per month in Mafra versus $836 in Vila Nova de Gaia — about 7% less.
How far is Mafra from Vila Nova de Gaia?
The straight-line distance between Mafra and Vila Nova de Gaia is approximately 252 km (157 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Mafra or Vila Nova de Gaia?
The estimated average net salary is $1,500 in Mafra and $1,590 in Vila Nova de Gaia. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $716 in Mafra versus $754 in Vila Nova de Gaia per month.