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Montalegre vs Lisbon

Portugal vs Portugal · 364 km apart

Montalegre

Portugal

€643 ($698)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Lisbon

Portugal

€769 ($836)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Montalegre is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Montalegre runs about $698 versus $836 in Lisbon — a difference of roughly 20%.

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 Montalegre  ·  Full cost of living in Lisbon

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Montalegre cheaper than Lisbon?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $698 per month in Montalegre versus $836 in Lisbon — about 20% less.
How far is Montalegre from Lisbon?
The straight-line distance between Montalegre and Lisbon is approximately 364 km (226 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Montalegre or Lisbon?
The estimated average net salary is $1,350 in Montalegre and $1,590 in Lisbon. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $652 in Montalegre versus $754 in Lisbon per month.