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Cost of Living in Arruda dos Vinhos

Arruda dos Vinhos, Lisboa, Portugal · Population 13,391

▼ -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 Arruda dos Vinhos

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 Arruda dos Vinhos 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.

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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 Arruda dos Vinhos

Arruda dos Vinhos 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 Arruda dos Vinhos 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 Arruda dos Vinhos expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €643 ($698) per month in Arruda dos Vinhos 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 Arruda dos Vinhos?
A net salary of around €835 ($908) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Arruda dos Vinhos with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Arruda dos Vinhos is €1,242 ($1,350).
How much is rent in Arruda dos Vinhos?
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 Arruda dos Vinhos cheaper than Portugal on average?
Yes — Arruda dos Vinhos 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 Arruda dos Vinhos?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €135 ($147) in Arruda dos Vinhos. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €6 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around €2 ($2).
How do transport costs in Arruda dos Vinhos compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Arruda dos Vinhos is estimated at €22 ($24). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Arruda dos Vinhos are estimates based on Portugal national averages adjusted for city size (population 13,391). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.