- Cost of Living
- Brazil
- Mexico
- São Luís
- Zapopan
- Comparison
Cost of living in São Luís, Brazil compared to Zapopan, Mexico
Currency:
| Food | - 8% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in São Luís (Brazil) is 8% cheaper than in Zapopan (Mexico) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | R$ 22 (Mex$ 107) | Mex$ 114 | - 6% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | R$ 22 (Mex$ 105) | Mex$ 90 | + 16% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | R$ 6 (Mex$ 31) | Mex$ 52 | - 40% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | R$ 3.46 (Mex$ 17) | Mex$ 17 | - 1% | |
| 12 eggs, large | R$ 6 (Mex$ 30) | Mex$ 28 | + 5% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | R$ 3.67 (Mex$ 18) | Mex$ 15 | + 15% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | R$ 11 (Mex$ 52) | Mex$ 58 | - 11% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | R$ 5.25 (Mex$ 25) | Mex$ 38 | - 33% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | R$ 4.00 (Mex$ 19) | Mex$ 20 | - 5% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | R$ 4.09 (Mex$ 20) | Mex$ 16 | + 25% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | R$ 39 (Mex$ 190) | Mex$ 176 | + 8% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | R$ 5.67 (Mex$ 27) | Mex$ 23 | + 20% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | R$ 2.60 (Mex$ 13) | Mex$ 22 | - 42% | |
| Housing | - 5% | |||
| Housing in São Luís (Brazil) is 5% cheaper than in Zapopan (Mexico) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | R$ 3,046 (Mex$ 14,698) | Mex$ 18,559 | - 21% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | R$ 1,871 (Mex$ 9,030) | Mex$ 8,444 | + 7% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | R$ 357 (Mex$ 1,721) | Mex$ 1,000 | + 72% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | R$ 1,671 (Mex$ 8,066) | Mex$ 9,884 | - 18% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | R$ 1,042 (Mex$ 5,030) | Mex$ 4,215 | + 19% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | R$ 406 (Mex$ 1,961) | Mex$ 620 | + 216% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | R$ 74 (Mex$ 355) | Mex$ 417 | - 15% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | R$ 1,911 (Mex$ 9,223) | Mex$ 8,631 | + 7% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | R$ 406 (Mex$ 1,959) | Mex$ 1,702 | + 15% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | R$ 12 (Mex$ 59) | Mex$ 62 | - 5% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | R$ 12 (Mex$ 56) | Mex$ 75 | - 25% | |
| Clothes | + 13% | |||
| Clothes in São Luís (Brazil) is 13% more expensive than in Zapopan (Mexico) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | R$ 167 (Mex$ 807) | Mex$ 799 | + 1% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | R$ 128 (Mex$ 619) | Mex$ 523 | + 18% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | R$ 288 (Mex$ 1,391) | Mex$ 1,434 | - 3% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | R$ 257 (Mex$ 1,240) | Mex$ 990 | + 25% | |
| Transportation | + 10% | |||
| Transportation in São Luís (Brazil) is 10% more expensive than in Zapopan (Mexico) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | R$ 58,472 (Mex$ 282,161) | Mex$ 277,105 | + 2% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | R$ 3.53 (Mex$ 17) | Mex$ 17 | - 2% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | R$ 126 (Mex$ 607) | Mex$ 532 | + 14% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | R$ 37 (Mex$ 181) | Mex$ 107 | + 68% | |
| Personal Care | + 18% | |||
| Personal Care in São Luís (Brazil) is 18% more expensive than in Zapopan (Mexico) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | R$ 20 (Mex$ 96) | Mex$ 70 | + 38% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | R$ 33 (Mex$ 158) | Mex$ 214 | - 26% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | R$ 172 (Mex$ 831) | Mex$ 448 | + 85% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | R$ 9 (Mex$ 45) | Mex$ 66 | - 32% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | R$ 10 (Mex$ 46) | Mex$ 40 | + 15% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | R$ 9 (Mex$ 44) | Mex$ 51 | - 13% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | R$ 4.06 (Mex$ 20) | Mex$ 24 | - 17% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | R$ 3.68 (Mex$ 18) | Mex$ 23 | - 22% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | R$ 31 (Mex$ 151) | Mex$ 95 | + 59% | |
| Entertainment | + 32% | |||
| Entertainment in São Luís (Brazil) is 32% more expensive than in Zapopan (Mexico) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | R$ 89 (Mex$ 429) | Mex$ 292 | + 47% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | R$ 45 (Mex$ 219) | Mex$ 140 | + 56% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | R$ 111 (Mex$ 535) | Mex$ 799 | - 33% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | R$ 190 (Mex$ 918) | Mex$ 722 | + 27% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | R$ 13 (Mex$ 62) | Mex$ 83 | - 26% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | R$ 10 (Mex$ 46) | Mex$ 48 | - 2% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | R$ 9 (Mex$ 43) | Mex$ 35 | + 24% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | R$ 3,248 (Mex$ 15,675) | Mex$ 11,035 | + 42% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | R$ 0.96 (Mex$ 4.64) | Mex$ 3.16 | + 47% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | R$ 165 (Mex$ 796) | Mex$ 597 | + 33% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | R$ 9 (Mex$ 42) | Mex$ 47 | - 12% | |
| TOTAL | + 7% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 375 prices entered by 28 different people.
These prices were last updated on August 20, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in São Luís (Brazil) is 7% more expensive than in Zapopan (Mexico)
For example, you would need at least Mex$ 55,520
(R$ 11,505)
in São Luís
to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with
Mex$ 52,000
in Zapopan.
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