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Cities/Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro

Brazil

A breathtaking city of dramatic mountains, golden beaches, and samba rhythms, crowned by Christ the Redeemer. Carnival here is the world's greatest party.

Population: 6.7M
Avg Income: $ 22K/yr
Avg. Temp: 24°C
Area: 1,255 km²
BRL
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33
Affordable

#152 of 250

34% below average

Est. Monthly Cost

$ 1 246

Based on NYC = 100 index


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Cost Breakdown

Monthly average costs by category

Housing

$ 577

per month

Food & Groceries

$ 72

per month

Restaurants

$ 256

per month

Transportation

$ 83

per month

Utilities

$ 134

per month

Entertainment

$ 71

per month

Healthcare

$ 29

per month

Clothing

$ 24

per month