Portugal
Cost of Living in Lisbon
Monthly Total
$2,517
$44,048
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,362
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$39
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
$1,362
$23,835
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$189
$3,308
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$130
$2,275
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$168
$2,940
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$300
$5,250
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$213
$3,728
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$123
$2,153
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$33
$578
Monthly Total
$2,517
$44,048
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