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Cost of Living in Macedo de Cavaleiros

Macedo de Cavaleiros, Bragança, Portugal · Population 15,776

▼ -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 Macedo de Cavaleiros

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 Macedo de Cavaleiros 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 Macedo de Cavaleiros

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Nearby Cities

Mirandela

20 km away · Bragança

Vinhais

32 km away · Bragança

Bragança

34 km away · Bragança

Meixedo

38 km away · Bragança

Torre de Moncorvo

40 km away · Bragança

Chaves

49 km away · Vila Real

Alijó

52 km away · Vila Real

Vila Pouca de Aguiar

57 km away · Vila Real

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 Macedo de Cavaleiros

Macedo de Cavaleiros 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 Macedo de Cavaleiros 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 Macedo de Cavaleiros expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €643 ($698) per month in Macedo de Cavaleiros 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 Macedo de Cavaleiros?
A net salary of around €835 ($908) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Macedo de Cavaleiros with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Macedo de Cavaleiros is €1,242 ($1,350).
How much is rent in Macedo de Cavaleiros?
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 Macedo de Cavaleiros cheaper than Portugal on average?
Yes — Macedo de Cavaleiros 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 Macedo de Cavaleiros?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €135 ($147) in Macedo de Cavaleiros. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €6 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around €2 ($2).
How do transport costs in Macedo de Cavaleiros compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Macedo de Cavaleiros is estimated at €22 ($24). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Macedo de Cavaleiros are estimates based on Portugal national averages adjusted for city size (population 15,776). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.