Cost of living in Teresina (Brazil) is 11% cheaper than in Santo André (Brazil)
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| Food in Teresina (Brazil) is 12% cheaper than in Santo André (Brazil) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Teresina (Brazil) | Santo André (Brazil) | Diff |
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ||
| R$ 20 | R$ 27 | 23% |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | ||
| R$ 22 | R$ 28 | 21% |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ||
| R$ 9 | R$ 8 | 23% |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ||
| R$ 4.12 | R$ 3.23 | 28% |
| 12 eggs, large | ||
| R$ 7 | R$ 9 | 23% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ||
| R$ 4.21 | R$ 6 | 34% |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ||
| R$ 17 | R$ 15 | 11% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ||
| R$ 5.46 | R$ 7 | 22% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ||
| R$ 3.82 | R$ 4.65 | 18% |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ||
| R$ 4.61 | R$ 4.75 | 3% |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ||
| R$ 36 | R$ 36 | 0% |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | ||
| R$ 5.82 | R$ 7 | 16% |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ||
| R$ 3.42 | R$ 3.21 | 6% |
| Housing in Teresina (Brazil) is 9% cheaper than in Santo André (Brazil) | ||
| Teresina (Brazil) | Santo André (Brazil) | Diff |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| R$ 1,618 | R$ 2,196 | 26% |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | ||
| R$ 1,081 | R$ 1,615 | 33% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ||
| R$ 369 | R$ 473 | 22% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| R$ 1,425 | R$ 2,053 | 31% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | ||
| R$ 865 | R$ 1,133 | 24% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | ||
| R$ 493 | R$ 248 | 99% |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | ||
| R$ 113 | R$ 85 | 33% |
| 40” flat screen TV | ||
| R$ 1,517 | R$ 1,944 | 22% |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | ||
| R$ 413 | R$ 419 | 2% |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ||
| R$ 13 | R$ 23 | 45% |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ||
| R$ 10 | R$ 17 | 44% |
| Clothes in Teresina (Brazil) is 4% more expensive than in Santo André (Brazil) | ||
| Teresina (Brazil) | Santo André (Brazil) | Diff |
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | ||
| R$ 200 | R$ 172 | 16% |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | ||
| R$ 173 | R$ 169 | 2% |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | ||
| R$ 314 | R$ 289 | 9% |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ||
| R$ 205 | R$ 234 | 12% |
| Transportation in Teresina (Brazil) is 19% cheaper than in Santo André (Brazil) | ||
| Teresina (Brazil) | Santo André (Brazil) | Diff |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ||
| R$ 63,667 | R$ 76,119 | 16% |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ||
| R$ 4.09 | R$ 4.01 | 2% |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ||
| R$ 165 | R$ 224 | 26% |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | ||
| R$ 43 | R$ 47 | 9% |
| Personal Care in Teresina (Brazil) is 16% cheaper than in Santo André (Brazil) | ||
| Teresina (Brazil) | Santo André (Brazil) | Diff |
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ||
| R$ 15 | R$ 13 | 15% |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ||
| R$ 49 | R$ 55 | 11% |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | ||
| R$ 155 | R$ 184 | 16% |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | ||
| R$ 11 | R$ 17 | 35% |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ||
| R$ 8 | R$ 12 | 30% |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ||
| R$ 13 | R$ 15 | 10% |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ||
| R$ 4.25 | R$ 6 | 32% |
| Tube of toothpaste | ||
| R$ 4.70 | R$ 3.43 | 37% |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ||
| R$ 26 | R$ 27 | 3% |
| Entertainment in Teresina (Brazil) is about the same as in Santo André (Brazil) | ||
| Teresina (Brazil) | Santo André (Brazil) | Diff |
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ||
| R$ 89 | R$ 121 | 27% |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ||
| R$ 36 | R$ 59 | 39% |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ||
| R$ 130 | R$ 195 | 33% |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ||
| R$ 167 | R$ 168 | 0% |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ||
| R$ 10 | R$ 25 | 59% |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ||
| R$ 8 | R$ 9 | 21% |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ||
| R$ 7 | R$ 11 | 31% |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | ||
| R$ 2,650 | R$ 3,354 | 21% |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ||
| R$ 1.85 | R$ 1.25 | 48% |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ||
| R$ 121 | R$ 107 | 13% |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | ||
| R$ 10 | R$ 10 | 4% |
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For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require R$ 6,400 in Santo André you would need to make just about R$ 5,669 in Teresina.