Cost of living in Divinopolis (Brazil) is 61% cheaper than in Newark, New Jersey (United States)
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Food in Divinopolis (Brazil) is 59% cheaper than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
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Divinopolis (Brazil) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ||
R$ 23 ($4.13) | $16 | 74% |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | ||
R$ 23 ($4.10) | $9 | 54% |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ||
R$ 12 ($2.15) | $4.47 | 52% |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ||
R$ 3.59 ($0.63) | $1.07 | 40% |
12 eggs, large | ||
R$ 5.56 ($0.98) | $3.00 | 67% |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ||
R$ 5.39 ($0.95) | $3.28 | 71% |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ||
R$ 18 ($3.12) | $4.96 | 37% |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ||
R$ 4.86 ($0.86) | $3.11 | 72% |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ||
R$ 3.90 ($0.69) | $1.07 | 35% |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ||
R$ 4.80 ($0.85) | $1.89 | 55% |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ||
R$ 86 ($15) | $15 | 3% |
2 liters of Coca-Cola | ||
R$ 6 ($1.10) | $1.97 | 44% |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ||
R$ 3.74 ($0.66) | $2.04 | 67% |
Housing in Divinopolis (Brazil) is 79% cheaper than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
Divinopolis (Brazil) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | ||
R$ 1,582 ($280) | $2,140 | 87% |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | ||
R$ 1,067 ($189) | $1,593 | 88% |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ||
R$ 752 ($133) | $209 | 36% |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | ||
R$ 849 ($150) | $1,510 | 90% |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | ||
R$ 598 ($106) | $1,174 | 91% |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | ||
R$ 300 ($53) | $148 | 64% |
Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | ||
R$ 123 ($22) | $57 | 62% |
40” flat screen TV | ||
R$ 2,159 ($382) | $419 | 9% |
Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | ||
R$ 466 ($82) | $100 | 17% |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ||
R$ 22 ($3.90) | $15 | 75% |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | ||
R$ 14 ($2.47) | $15 | 84% |
Clothes in Divinopolis (Brazil) is 13% more expensive than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
Divinopolis (Brazil) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | ||
R$ 220 ($39) | $44 | 13% |
1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | ||
R$ 288 ($51) | $36 | 40% |
1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | ||
R$ 335 ($59) | $78 | 24% |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ||
R$ 378 ($67) | $101 | 34% |
Transportation in Divinopolis (Brazil) is 48% cheaper than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
Divinopolis (Brazil) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ||
R$ 154,370 ($27,301) | $22,165 | 23% |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ||
R$ 3.64 ($0.64) | $0.64 | 0% |
Monthly ticket public transport | ||
R$ 160 ($28) | $85 | 67% |
Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | ||
R$ 51 ($9) | $33 | 72% |
Personal Care in Divinopolis (Brazil) is 64% cheaper than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
Divinopolis (Brazil) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ||
R$ 29 ($5.15) | $10 | 48% |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ||
R$ 21 ($3.64) | $21 | 82% |
Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | ||
R$ 259 ($46) | $124 | 63% |
1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | ||
R$ 13 ($2.37) | $10 | 76% |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ||
R$ 13 ($2.23) | $3.45 | 35% |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ||
R$ 19 ($3.35) | $5.59 | 40% |
4 rolls of toilet paper | ||
R$ 6 ($1.13) | $5.14 | 78% |
Tube of toothpaste | ||
R$ 5.44 ($0.96) | $1.80 | 47% |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ||
R$ 24 ($4.32) | $24 | 82% |
Entertainment in Divinopolis (Brazil) is 56% cheaper than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
Divinopolis (Brazil) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ||
R$ 62 ($11) | $55 | 80% |
2 tickets to the movies | ||
R$ 38 ($7) | $26 | 74% |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ||
R$ 32 ($5.68) | $155 | 96% |
Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ||
R$ 136 ($24) | $65 | 63% |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ||
R$ 11 ($1.88) | $10 | 81% |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ||
R$ 7 ($1.26) | $4.12 | 69% |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ||
R$ 8 ($1.42) | $5.16 | 72% |
iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | ||
R$ 3,126 ($553) | $430 | 28% |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ||
- | $0.10 | - |
1 month of gym membership in business district | ||
R$ 84 ($15) | $36 | 58% |
1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | ||
R$ 12 ($2.12) | $9 | 77% |
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For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require $6,900 in Newark, New Jersey you would need to make just about $2,698 (R$ 15,255) in Divinopolis.