In Belem, Brazil, living costs about $770 per month for one person and $1609 for a family of four, including rent.
Overall living costs in Belem are 13% cheaper than the European benchmark.
Belem is 75% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Belem is, on average, 84% lower than in New York City.
Belem is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by food and transport. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.
The primary driver of higher costs in Belem is rent and utilities, which are above the European benchmark. This can create challenges for those on a tighter budget.
Food in Belem is notably affordable, being 38% lower than the European benchmark. This makes it easier for residents to maintain a balanced diet.
Public transport in Belem is quite economical, being 18% lower than the European benchmark. This affordability enhances mobility for residents.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 3.31 $ |
| Dinner | 12.9 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 5.98 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.91 $ |
| Capuccino | 2.5 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 0.97 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.09 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 0.68 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.67 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 2.28 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 8.11 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.11 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 6.09 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.25 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.92 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.29 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.2 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.19 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.55 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.79 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.62 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 9.06 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.12 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 1.64 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.74 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 33.9 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.04 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 5.63 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 31.7 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 3.36 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 2.5 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 0.9 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 0.88 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 49 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 77 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 16.9 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 303 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 459 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 540 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 623 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,839 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 1,093 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 504 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 12.28% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 21.7 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 5.48 $ |
| Haircut | 5.59 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 56.6 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 53.1 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 101 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 3,187 $ |