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| Expense | Sintra | Vila Nova de Gaia | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $6.70 | $7.63 | Sintra |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $26.78 | $30.53 | Sintra |
| Cappuccino | $2.01 | $2.29 | Sintra |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $152 | $173 | Sintra |
| Monthly public transport pass | $24.55 | $27.98 | Sintra |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $64.73 | $73.78 | Sintra |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $18.75 | $21.37 | Sintra |
| Fitness club membership | $18.75 | $21.37 | Sintra |
| Cinema ticket | $4.91 | $5.60 | Sintra |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $399 | $470 | Sintra |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $278 | $327 | Sintra |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $833 | $981 | Sintra |
| Total single-person budget | $724 | $836 | Sintra |
| Average net salary | $1,395 | $1,590 |
Sintra is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Sintra runs about $724 versus $836 in Vila Nova de Gaia — a difference of roughly 15%.
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 Sintra · Full cost of living in Vila Nova de Gaia