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Cost of Living in Marinha Grande

Marinha Grande, Leiria, Portugal · Population 39,024

▼ -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 Marinha Grande

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 Marinha Grande 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

Maceira

7 km away · Leiria

Leiria

11 km away · Leiria

Batalha

13 km away · Leiria

Porto de Mós

19 km away · Leiria

Nazaré

20 km away · Leiria

Alcobaça

22 km away · Leiria

Fátima

27 km away · Santarém

Ourém

32 km away · Santarém

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 Marinha Grande

Marinha Grande 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 Marinha Grande 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 Marinha Grande expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €643 ($698) per month in Marinha Grande 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 Marinha Grande?
A net salary of around €835 ($908) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Marinha Grande with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Marinha Grande is €1,242 ($1,350).
How much is rent in Marinha Grande?
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 Marinha Grande cheaper than Portugal on average?
Yes — Marinha Grande 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 Marinha Grande?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €135 ($147) in Marinha Grande. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €6 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around €2 ($2).
How do transport costs in Marinha Grande compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Marinha Grande is estimated at €22 ($24). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Marinha Grande are estimates based on Portugal national averages adjusted for city size (population 39,024). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.