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Cities/Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo

Brazil

South America's colossal financial and cultural engine, home to world-class restaurants, a legendary nightlife scene, and an unmatched ethnic and cultural diversity.

Population: 12.3M
Avg Income: $ 20K/yr
Avg. Temp: 20°C
Area: 1,521 km²
BRL
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31
Affordable

#157 of 250

38% below average

Est. Monthly Cost

$ 1 172

Based on NYC = 100 index


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Cost Breakdown

Monthly average costs by category

Housing

$ 521

per month

Food & Groceries

$ 68

per month

Restaurants

$ 243

per month

Transportation

$ 92

per month

Utilities

$ 129

per month

Entertainment

$ 68

per month

Healthcare

$ 27

per month

Clothing

$ 23

per month