Cost of living in Paulinia (Brazil) is 13% cheaper than in Patras (Greece)
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| Food in Paulinia (Brazil) is 22% more expensive than in Patras (Greece) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Paulinia (Brazil) | Patras (Greece) | Diff |
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ||
| R$ 30 (€4.44) | €9 | 52% |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | ||
| R$ 20 (€2.99) | €5.45 | 45% |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ||
| R$ 30 (€4.49) | €3.75 | 20% |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ||
| R$ 4.00 (€0.60) | €1.23 | 51% |
| 12 eggs, large | ||
| R$ 24 (€3.59) | €3.25 | 11% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ||
| R$ 9 (€1.35) | €1.35 | 0% |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ||
| R$ 30 (€4.49) | €4.12 | 9% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ||
| R$ 9 (€1.35) | €1.36 | 1% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ||
| R$ 10 (€1.50) | €0.68 | 119% |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ||
| R$ 60 (€9) | €1.14 | 690% |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ||
| R$ 120 (€18) | €8 | 137% |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | ||
| R$ 6.00 (€0.90) | €2.02 | 56% |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ||
| R$ 3.00 (€0.45) | €0.90 | 50% |
| Housing in Paulinia (Brazil) is 8% cheaper than in Patras (Greece) | ||
| Paulinia (Brazil) | Patras (Greece) | Diff |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| - | €426 | - |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | ||
| R$ 1,450 (€217) | €302 | 28% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ||
| - | €122 | - |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| - | €316 | - |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | ||
| - | €245 | - |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | ||
| - | €94 | - |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | ||
| R$ 70 (€10) | €21 | 51% |
| 40” flat screen TV | ||
| - | €351 | - |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | ||
| R$ 300 (€45) | €71 | 37% |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ||
| - | €10 | - |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ||
| - | €5.67 | - |
| Clothes in Paulinia (Brazil) is 65% cheaper than in Patras (Greece) | ||
| Paulinia (Brazil) | Patras (Greece) | Diff |
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | ||
| R$ 80 (€12) | €83 | 86% |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | ||
| R$ 60 (€9) | €40 | 78% |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | ||
| R$ 500 (€75) | €70 | 7% |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ||
| - | €71 | - |
| Transportation in Paulinia (Brazil) is 30% cheaper than in Patras (Greece) | ||
| Paulinia (Brazil) | Patras (Greece) | Diff |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ||
| R$ 94,371 (€14,127) | €23,202 | 39% |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ||
| R$ 4.46 (€0.67) | €1.57 | 58% |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ||
| R$ 227 (€34) | €39 | 14% |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | ||
| - | - | - |
| Personal Care in Paulinia (Brazil) is 19% more expensive than in Patras (Greece) | ||
| Paulinia (Brazil) | Patras (Greece) | Diff |
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ||
| R$ 20 (€2.99) | €3.23 | 7% |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ||
| R$ 50 (€7) | €5.59 | 34% |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | ||
| R$ 300 (€45) | €32 | 40% |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | ||
| R$ 20 (€2.99) | €3.88 | 23% |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ||
| R$ 27 (€4.09) | €3.80 | 8% |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ||
| R$ 36 (€5.32) | €3.50 | 52% |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ||
| R$ 13 (€1.94) | €1.53 | 26% |
| Tube of toothpaste | ||
| R$ 13 (€2.02) | €1.83 | 10% |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ||
| R$ 60 (€9) | €11 | 18% |
| Entertainment in Paulinia (Brazil) is 24% cheaper than in Patras (Greece) | ||
| Paulinia (Brazil) | Patras (Greece) | Diff |
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ||
| R$ 200 (€30) | €22 | 35% |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ||
| R$ 80 (€12) | €15 | 21% |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ||
| R$ 300 (€45) | €38 | 20% |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ||
| R$ 80 (€12) | €46 | 74% |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ||
| R$ 80 (€12) | €7 | 74% |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ||
| R$ 10 (€1.50) | €3.40 | 56% |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ||
| R$ 5.00 (€0.75) | €3.22 | 77% |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | ||
| - | €792 | - |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ||
| R$ 0.50 (€0.07) | €0.24 | 68% |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ||
| R$ 300 (€45) | €38 | 18% |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | ||
| R$ 5.00 (€0.75) | €4.08 | 82% |
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For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require €1,300 in Patras you would need to make just about €1,134 (R$ 7,579) in Paulinia.