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Cost of Living in Ribeira Grande

Ribeira Grande, Azores, Portugal · Population 32,112

▼ -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 Ribeira 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 Ribeira 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

Rabo de Peixe

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Lagoa

9 km away · Azores

Vila Franca do Campo

13 km away · Azores

Ponta Delgada

16 km away · Azores

Praia da Vitória

169 km away · Azores

Angra do Heroísmo

175 km away · Azores

Horta

284 km away · Azores

Calheta

945 km away · Madeira

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 Ribeira Grande

Ribeira 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 Ribeira 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 Ribeira Grande expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €643 ($698) per month in Ribeira 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 Ribeira Grande?
A net salary of around €835 ($908) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Ribeira Grande with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Ribeira Grande is €1,242 ($1,350).
How much is rent in Ribeira 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 Ribeira Grande cheaper than Portugal on average?
Yes — Ribeira 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 Ribeira Grande?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €135 ($147) in Ribeira Grande. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €6 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around €2 ($2).
How do transport costs in Ribeira Grande compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Ribeira Grande is estimated at €22 ($24). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Ribeira Grande are estimates based on Portugal national averages adjusted for city size (population 32,112). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.