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Cost of Living in Lazareto

Lazareto, São Vicente, Cape Verde · Population 70,468

▼ -6% vs Cape Verde average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$42,420 ($420)
Couple, monthly$75,296 ($746)
Family of four, monthly$97,384 ($964)

Estimated Prices in Lazareto

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$455 ($4.50)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$1,818 ($18.00)per meal
Cappuccino$136 ($1.35)each
Monthly groceries (single person)$10,302 ($102)per month
Monthly public transport pass$1,667 ($16.50)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$4,394 ($43.50)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$1,273 ($12.60)per month
Fitness club membership$1,273 ($12.60)per month
Cinema ticket$333 ($3.30)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$17,423 ($173)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$12,120 ($120)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$36,360 ($360)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Lazareto is $40,400 ($400) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $42,420 ($420) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $55,146 ($546) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($12,120 ($120)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Mindelo

6 km away · São Vicente

Porto Novo

17 km away · Porto Novo

Pombas

31 km away · Paul

Ribeira Grande

35 km away · Ribeira Grande

Ponta do Sol

38 km away · Ribeira Grande

Tarrafal

80 km away · Tarrafal de São Nicolau

Ribeira Brava

83 km away · Ribeira Brava

Igreja

217 km away · Mosteiros

Other Major Cities in Cape Verde

Praia

Praia · pop. 159,050

$56,214 ($557) / mo

Mindelo

São Vicente · pop. 70,468

$42,420 ($420) / mo

Living in Lazareto

Lazareto is one of the key cities in Cape Verde. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $42,420 ($420), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $12,120 ($120) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $97,384 ($964) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $75,296 ($746) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Lazareto is $40,400 ($400). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $55,146 ($546) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lazareto expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $42,420 ($420) per month in Lazareto including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Cape Verde.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Lazareto?
A net salary of around $55,146 ($546) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Lazareto with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Lazareto is $40,400 ($400).
How much is rent in Lazareto?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $17,423 ($173) per month in the city centre and $12,120 ($120) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $36,360 ($360).
Is Lazareto cheaper than Cape Verde on average?
Yes — Lazareto is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Cape Verde average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Lazareto?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $10,302 ($102) in Lazareto. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $455 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around $136 ($1).
How do transport costs in Lazareto compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Lazareto is estimated at $1,667 ($17). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Lazareto are estimates based on Cape Verde national averages adjusted for city size (population 70,468). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.