Algarve
Portugal
Overview
More affordable than Lisbon with best climate. A frugal single can live on $1,404-1,728/month while comfortable living costs $1,944-2,376. Couples budget $2,700-3,240. Prices vary by town—Vilamoura most expensive, Lagos and Tavira more affordable.
Cost of Living
Monthly costs in Algarve in USD. Editorial estimates combined with Numbeo data.
Housing (monthly rent)
Studio
Budget$702
Mid-range$783
Upscale$950
1 Bedroom
Budget$864
Mid-range$1,080
Upscale$1,400
2 Bedroom
Budget$1,296
Mid-range$1,458
Upscale$1,800
Food
Monthly Groceries
Budget$190
Mid-range$270
Premium$370
Dining (per meal)
Street food$8
Casual restaurant$11
Nice restaurant$18
Upscale$45
Transportation
Public transit (monthly)$35
Uber/taxi (avg ride)$5
Fuel (monthly)$100
Parking (monthly)$50
Utilities
Electric (low)$45
Electric (average)$75
Electric (high)$100
Water$25
Gas$35
Internet$38
Lifestyle
Gym membership$40
Cleaning (weekly)$35
Coworking space$100
Healthcare
Doctor visit$50
Basic insurance (monthly)$42
Comprehensive insurance$125
Other
Phone plan$20
Subscriptions$30