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Porto, Portugal

Cost of living · 2026 · Europe · Rent +2.6% vs 2025

1-Bed Rent EUR 1,168 per month
3-Bed Rent EUR 2,018 per month
Groceries EUR 350 per month
Transport Pass EUR 42 per month
Utilities EUR 112 per month
Restaurant Meal EUR 12 per person

Rent trend in Porto (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Porto (2026)

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Estimated monthly budget in Porto

Based on 2026 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
EUR 1,766
🏠 Rent EUR 1,168
🛒 Groceries EUR 350
🚌 Transport EUR 42
💡 Utilities EUR 112
🍽️ Dining out EUR 93
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Family (3–4 people)
EUR 3,264
🏠 Rent 3-bed EUR 2,018
🛒 Groceries EUR 876
🚌 Transport ×2 EUR 85
💡 Utilities EUR 145
🍽️ Dining out EUR 140

Cost comparison — cities in Portugal (2026)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Porto
Porto EUR 1,168 EUR 350 EUR 42 EUR 112
Faro EUR 1,062 EUR 340 EUR 37 EUR 106 -9.1%
Lisbon EUR 1,540 EUR 377 EUR 45 EUR 122 +31.8%

Other Europe cities (2026)

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Porto in 2026?

In 2026, a single person living in Porto needs approximately EUR 1,766/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 3,264/month. Porto is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

How much is rent in Porto in 2026?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Porto costs approximately EUR 1,168/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 2,018/month. Rent has changed +2.6% vs 2025.

How much do groceries cost in Porto?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Porto are approximately EUR 350 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in Porto?

A monthly public transport pass in Porto costs EUR 42 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Porto?

Monthly utility costs in Porto average EUR 112 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is Porto expensive to live in?

Porto is located in Portugal (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,168/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,766/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Porto?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Porto costs approximately EUR 12 in 2026. Budget around EUR 93/month if dining out a few times a week.

How have living costs in Porto changed over time?

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Porto from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 20.7% over this period (from EUR 968 in 2022 to EUR 1,168 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

What is the monthly budget needed to live comfortably in Porto?

To live comfortably in Porto in 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,766/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,168), groceries (EUR 350), transport (EUR 42), utilities (EUR 112) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 3,264/month.

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