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Cost of Living in Cabeceiras de Basto

Cabeceiras de Basto, Braga, Portugal · Population 16,710

▼ -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 Cabeceiras de Basto

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 Cabeceiras de Basto 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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Nearby Cities

Celorico de Basto

14 km away · Braga

Fafe

16 km away · Braga

Vieira do Minho

17 km away · Braga

Póvoa de Lanhoso

23 km away · Braga

Felgueiras

24 km away · Porto

Guimarães

26 km away · Braga

Aves

26 km away · Porto

Amarante

28 km away · Porto

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 Cabeceiras de Basto

Cabeceiras de Basto 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 Cabeceiras de Basto 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 Cabeceiras de Basto expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €643 ($698) per month in Cabeceiras de Basto 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 Cabeceiras de Basto?
A net salary of around €835 ($908) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Cabeceiras de Basto with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Cabeceiras de Basto is €1,242 ($1,350).
How much is rent in Cabeceiras de Basto?
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 Cabeceiras de Basto cheaper than Portugal on average?
Yes — Cabeceiras de Basto 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 Cabeceiras de Basto?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €135 ($147) in Cabeceiras de Basto. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €6 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around €2 ($2).
How do transport costs in Cabeceiras de Basto compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Cabeceiras de Basto is estimated at €22 ($24). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Cabeceiras de Basto are estimates based on Portugal national averages adjusted for city size (population 16,710). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.