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Cost of Living in Arcos de Valdevez

Arcos de Valdevez, Viana do Castelo, Portugal · Population 22,847

▼ -16% vs Portugal average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)€643 ($698)
Couple, monthly€1,168 ($1,269)
Family of four, monthly€1,536 ($1,670)

Estimated Prices in Arcos de Valdevez

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant€5.96 ($6.48)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range€23.85 ($25.92)per meal
Cappuccino€1.79 ($1.94)each
Monthly groceries (single person)€135 ($147)per month
Monthly public transport pass€21.86 ($23.76)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment€57.63 ($62.64)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)€16.69 ($18.14)per month
Fitness club membership€16.69 ($18.14)per month
Cinema ticket€4.37 ($4.75)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre€352 ($383)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre€245 ($266)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre€736 ($799)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Arcos de Valdevez is €1,242 ($1,350) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of €643 ($698) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly €835 ($908) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (€245 ($266)) represents about 38% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Arcos de Valdevez

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Nearby Cities

Ponte da Barca

5 km away · Viana do Castelo

Paredes de Coura

14 km away · Viana do Castelo

Ponte de Lima

17 km away · Viana do Castelo

Vila Verde

22 km away · Braga

Amares

25 km away · Braga

Monção

25 km away · Viana do Castelo

Valença

27 km away · Viana do Castelo

Vila Nova de Cerveira

29 km away · Viana do Castelo

Other Major Cities in Portugal

Porto

Porto · pop. 1,389,593

€962 ($1,046) / mo

Lisbon

Lisboa · pop. 548,703

€769 ($836) / mo

Aves

Porto · pop. 425,411

€769 ($836) / mo

Vila Nova de Gaia

Porto · pop. 303,824

€769 ($836) / mo

Cascais

Lisboa · pop. 214,158

€721 ($784) / mo

Loures

Lisboa · pop. 201,632

€721 ($784) / mo

Braga

Braga · pop. 181,494

€721 ($784) / mo

Almada

Setúbal · pop. 177,238

€721 ($784) / mo

Living in Arcos de Valdevez

Arcos de Valdevez is one of the key cities in Portugal. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is €643 ($698), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around €245 ($266) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to €1,536 ($1,670) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately €1,168 ($1,269) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Arcos de Valdevez is €1,242 ($1,350). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least €835 ($908) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arcos de Valdevez expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €643 ($698) per month in Arcos de Valdevez including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Portugal.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Arcos de Valdevez?
A net salary of around €835 ($908) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Arcos de Valdevez with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Arcos de Valdevez is €1,242 ($1,350).
How much is rent in Arcos de Valdevez?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated €352 ($383) per month in the city centre and €245 ($266) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about €736 ($799).
Is Arcos de Valdevez cheaper than Portugal on average?
Yes — Arcos de Valdevez is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Portugal average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Arcos de Valdevez?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €135 ($147) in Arcos de Valdevez. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €6 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around €2 ($2).
How do transport costs in Arcos de Valdevez compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Arcos de Valdevez is estimated at €22 ($24). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Arcos de Valdevez are estimates based on Portugal national averages adjusted for city size (population 22,847). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.