In Contagem, Brazil, a single person typically needs around $567 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $1490 monthly.
Contagem is 36% cheaper overall versus the European benchmark.
Contagem is 75% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Contagem is, on average, 92% lower than in New York City.
Contagem is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
The main driver is rent and utilities, which can significantly impact overall living costs. Even though it's affordable compared to other regions, these expenses can still be a challenge.
Food is 42% lower than the European benchmark, making it quite affordable for residents. This lower cost can help families manage their budgets effectively.
Public transport costs are 0% higher than the European benchmark, indicating that they remain relatively stable. This makes commuting manageable for most residents.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 4.01 $ |
| Dinner | 16.2 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 5.55 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.2 $ |
| Capuccino | 1.29 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 0.75 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.86 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 1.24 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.14 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 1.85 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 7.83 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.2 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 5.33 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.57 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.25 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.93 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.25 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.83 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.43 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.52 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 6.99 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.13 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 1.73 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 1.38 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 63.7 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 0.98 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 8.31 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 31.8 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 3.69 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.03 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.38 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 0.8 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 47 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 73 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 18.1 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 129 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 279 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 199 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 471 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,829 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 915 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 238 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 10.75% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 23.5 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 5.69 $ |
| Haircut | 4.77 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 70.5 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 50.7 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 139 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 6,237 $ |