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Cost of Living in Castelo Branco

Castelo Branco, Castelo Branco, Portugal · Population 56,109

▼ -6% vs Portugal average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)€721 ($784)
Couple, monthly€1,312 ($1,427)
Family of four, monthly€1,728 ($1,879)

Estimated Prices in Castelo Branco

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant€6.62 ($7.20)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range€26.50 ($28.80)per meal
Cappuccino€1.99 ($2.16)each
Monthly groceries (single person)€150 ($163)per month
Monthly public transport pass€24.29 ($26.40)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment€64.03 ($69.60)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)€18.55 ($20.16)per month
Fitness club membership€18.55 ($20.16)per month
Cinema ticket€4.86 ($5.28)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre€402 ($437)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre€280 ($304)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre€839 ($912)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Castelo Branco is €1,380 ($1,500) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of €721 ($784) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly €938 ($1,019) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (€280 ($304)) represents about 39% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

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Fundão

35 km away · Castelo Branco

Covilhã

51 km away · Castelo Branco

Sertã

52 km away · Castelo Branco

Portalegre

57 km away · Portalegre

Arganil

65 km away · Coimbra

Sabugal

68 km away · Guarda

Oliveira do Hospital

68 km away · Coimbra

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 Castelo Branco

Castelo Branco is one of the key cities in Portugal. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is €721 ($784), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around €280 ($304) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to €1,728 ($1,879) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately €1,312 ($1,427) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Castelo Branco is €1,380 ($1,500). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least €938 ($1,019) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Castelo Branco expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €721 ($784) per month in Castelo Branco including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Portugal.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Castelo Branco?
A net salary of around €938 ($1,019) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Castelo Branco with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Castelo Branco is €1,380 ($1,500).
How much is rent in Castelo Branco?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated €402 ($437) per month in the city centre and €280 ($304) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about €839 ($912).
Is Castelo Branco cheaper than Portugal on average?
Yes — Castelo Branco is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Portugal average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Castelo Branco?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €150 ($163) in Castelo Branco. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €7 ($7) and a cappuccino runs around €2 ($2).
How do transport costs in Castelo Branco compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Castelo Branco is estimated at €24 ($26). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Castelo Branco are estimates based on Portugal national averages adjusted for city size (population 56,109). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.