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Porto, Portugal

Cost of living · 2022 · Europe

1-Bed Rent EUR 968 per month
3-Bed Rent EUR 1,672 per month
Groceries EUR 290 per month
Transport Pass EUR 35 per month
Utilities EUR 92 per month
Restaurant Meal EUR 10 per person

Rent trend in Porto (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Porto (2022)

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Estimated monthly budget in Porto

Based on 2022 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
EUR 1,463
🏠 Rent EUR 968
🛒 Groceries EUR 290
🚌 Transport EUR 35
💡 Utilities EUR 92
🍽️ Dining out EUR 77
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Family (3–4 people)
EUR 2,705
🏠 Rent 3-bed EUR 1,672
🛒 Groceries EUR 726
🚌 Transport ×2 EUR 70
💡 Utilities EUR 120
🍽️ Dining out EUR 116

Cost comparison — cities in Portugal (2022)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Porto
Porto EUR 968 EUR 290 EUR 35 EUR 92
Faro EUR 880 EUR 282 EUR 31 EUR 88 -9.1%
Lisbon EUR 1,276 EUR 312 EUR 37 EUR 101 +31.8%

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Porto in 2022?

In 2022, a single person living in Porto needs approximately EUR 1,463/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 2,705/month. Porto is considered a affordable city by global standards.

How much is rent in Porto in 2022?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Porto costs approximately EUR 968/month in 2022. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 1,672/month.

How much do groceries cost in Porto?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Porto are approximately EUR 290 in 2022. 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 35 in 2022, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Porto?

Monthly utility costs in Porto average EUR 92 in 2022, 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 968/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,463/month, it is affordable by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Porto?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Porto costs approximately EUR 10 in 2022. Budget around EUR 77/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 2022, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,463/month. This covers rent (EUR 968), groceries (EUR 290), transport (EUR 35), utilities (EUR 92) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 2,705/month.

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