Why is Santa Teresa del Tuy so expensive?

The cost of living is influenced largely by housing, which can be challenging without a substantial income. Rent & utilities, while lower than in Europe, still contribute significantly to overall expenses.

Is food expensive in Santa Teresa del Tuy?

Food prices are 25% higher than the European benchmark, making groceries a notable expense. This increase can impact overall monthly budgets.

Is public transport affordable in Santa Teresa del Tuy?

Public transport costs are 13% higher than the European benchmark. This can add to transportation expenses for residents.

Cost of living in Santa Teresa del Tuy

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent	910 $
Without Rent	629 $
Rent & Utilities	280 $
Food	428 $
Transport	99 $
Monthly Salary, after tax	202 $
GDP per Capita	15,976 $
Freedom Index	4.22
Lifespan	71 years
Speak English	1%
Population	525.0K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant	12.9 $
Dinner	53.6 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC	11.4 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz	1.48 $
Capuccino	2.72 $
Coke, 330ml	1.57 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt	2.02 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb	2 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb	1.38 $
Eggs, 12 pack	2.73 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb	8.64 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb	7.12 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb	7.3 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb	5.51 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb	1.41 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb	1.93 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb	1.87 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb	2.2 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb	2.12 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt	1.22 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz	2.37 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle	7.47 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz	1.67 $
Cigarette pack	3.25 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket	0.5 $
Monthly Pass	32.3 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal	0.52 $
Taxi, 8 km	24 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic	38 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week	5.67 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz.	5.37 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls	2.82 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube	2.32 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage	8 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage	12 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps	38.1 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m	220 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m	458 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m	292 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m	592 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center	493 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs	633 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax	202 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate	21.88%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult	54.1 $
Cinema, 1 seat	5.85 $
Haircut	10.6 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar	107 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501	58.7 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child	91 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child	4,807 $

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