Brazil
Cost of Living in Brasilia
Monthly Total
$1,036
$18,130
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$328
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$24
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$328
$5,740
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$94
$1,645
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$92
$1,610
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$108
$1,890
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$150
$2,625
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$178
$3,115
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$58
$1,015
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$28
$490
Monthly Total
$1,036
$18,130
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