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Cost of Living in Ribeira Brava

Ribeira Brava, Ribeira Brava, Cape Verde

▼ -13% vs Cape Verde average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$39,248 ($389)
Couple, monthly$69,602 ($689)
Family of four, monthly$89,959 ($891)

Estimated Prices in Ribeira Brava

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$423 ($4.19)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$1,691 ($16.74)per meal
Cappuccino$127 ($1.26)each
Monthly groceries (single person)$9,581 ($94.86)per month
Monthly public transport pass$1,550 ($15.35)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$4,086 ($40.46)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$1,184 ($11.72)per month
Fitness club membership$1,184 ($11.72)per month
Cinema ticket$310 ($3.07)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$15,912 ($158)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$11,069 ($110)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$33,207 ($329)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Ribeira Brava is $37,572 ($372) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $39,248 ($389) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $51,022 ($505) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($11,069 ($110)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

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Mindelo

80 km away · São Vicente

Lazareto

83 km away · São Vicente

Porto Novo

93 km away · Porto Novo

Pombas

96 km away · Paul

Ribeira Grande

103 km away · Ribeira Grande

Ponta do Sol

107 km away · Ribeira Grande

Espargos

145 km away · Sal

Other Major Cities in Cape Verde

Praia

Praia · pop. 159,050

$56,214 ($557) / mo

Lazareto

São Vicente · pop. 70,468

$42,420 ($420) / mo

Mindelo

São Vicente · pop. 70,468

$42,420 ($420) / mo

Living in Ribeira Brava

Ribeira Brava is one of the key cities in Cape Verde. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $39,248 ($389), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $11,069 ($110) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $89,959 ($891) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $69,602 ($689) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Ribeira Brava is $37,572 ($372). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $51,022 ($505) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ribeira Brava expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $39,248 ($389) per month in Ribeira Brava including rent outside the city centre. That is 13% less than the national average for Cape Verde.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Ribeira Brava?
A net salary of around $51,022 ($505) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Ribeira Brava with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Ribeira Brava is $37,572 ($372).
How much is rent in Ribeira Brava?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $15,912 ($158) per month in the city centre and $11,069 ($110) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $33,207 ($329).
Is Ribeira Brava cheaper than Cape Verde on average?
Yes — Ribeira Brava is estimated to be about 13% cheaper than the Cape Verde average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Ribeira Brava?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $9,581 ($95) in Ribeira Brava. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $423 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around $127 ($1).
How do transport costs in Ribeira Brava compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Ribeira Brava is estimated at $1,550 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Ribeira Brava are estimates based on Cape Verde national averages adjusted for city size. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.