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Cost of Living in Funchal
Monthly Total
$2,562
$44,835
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,436
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$38
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
$1,436
$25,130
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$162
$2,835
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$122
$2,135
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$168
$2,940
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$330
$5,775
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$204
$3,570
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$108
$1,890
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$32
$560
Monthly Total
$2,562
$44,835
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