Brazil
Cost of Living in Rio de Janeiro
Monthly Total
$1,412
$24,710
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$604
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$27
Based on a typical expat lifestyle: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 1/14/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$604
$10,570
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$110
$1,925
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$126
$2,205
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$84
$1,470
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$135
$2,363
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$198
$3,465
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$110
$1,925
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$46
$805
Monthly Total
$1,412
$24,710
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Living in Rio de Janeiro
Rio pricing varies dramatically by neighborhood. Leblon and Ipanema command 50%+ premiums. Botafogo offers great value with startup scene. Consider Flamengo or Laranjeiras for budget options with good access.
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