At a glance
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Porto Alegre
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BR
São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Nomad score | 6.2 / 10 | 7.0 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $1,903 / mo | $2,603 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 18° / 10°C | 18° / 15°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 51 Moderate | 74 Moderate |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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BR
Porto Alegre
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BR
São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Average high | 24.8°C | 25.2°C |
| Average low | 15.8°C | 15.5°C |
| Precipitation | 125 mm / mo | 105 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 272 h / mo | 277 h / mo |
| Humidity | 78% | 78% |
| Rain days | 10.5 / mo | 12.5 / mo |
| Wind speed | 18.6 km/h | 17.9 km/h |
BR
Porto Alegre · average high by month
J 31
F 31
M 29
A 25
M 21
J 19
J 19
A 21
S 22
O 24
N 27
D 29
BR
São Paulo · average high by month
J 27
F 28
M 28
A 25
M 24
J 22
J 22
A 24
S 27
O 25
N 26
D 27
Air quality
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 51 | 74 |
| PM2.5 | 7.4 µg/m³ | 10.6 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 7.8 µg/m³ | 10.8 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 31 µg/m³ | 25 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 0 | 0 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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BR
Porto Alegre
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BR
São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 5.3 | 7.3 |
| Local Payment Services | 7.8 | 9.1 |
| Startup Scene | 6.0 | 8.5 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 6.6 | 6.1 |
| Green Spaces | 7.2 | 5.8 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 5.3 | 5.8 |
| Noise Pollution | 5.4 | 3.6 |
| Seasonal Variety | 6.5 | 5.7 |
| Weather | 7.3 | 6.8 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 8.1 | 8.6 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 7.1 | 7.4 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 5.4 | 6.1 |
| VPN Reliability | 7.7 | 8.0 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 6.4 | 6.0 |
| Cost of Living | 6.5 | 7.0 |
| Currency Stability | 5.2 | 4.1 |
| Entertainment Cost | 6.5 | 6.7 |
| Food & Groceries | 6.9 | 7.5 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 6.6 | 6.8 |
| Transportation Cost | 7.2 | 7.6 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Culture | 7.7 | 8.7 |
| Indoors Fun | 6.5 | 8.2 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 6.5 | 7.4 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 7.0 | 8.1 |
| Nightlife | 7.0 | 9.1 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 7.1 | 5.1 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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| Nomad Events & Meetups | 4.0 | 7.9 |
| Nomad Friendly | 5.7 | 7.5 |
| Online Community Presence | 3.8 | 7.1 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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| Cafes with WiFi | 7.1 | 8.2 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 6.7 | 9.0 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 6.2 | 7.6 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 3.6 | 6.6 |
| Internet Speed | 7.5 | 8.3 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 8.1 | 8.6 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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| Fitness Facilities | 7.0 | 8.3 |
| Food Scene | 7.7 | 8.7 |
| Healthy Food Options | 6.6 | 7.9 |
| Yoga Studios | 6.2 | 7.4 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 7.6 | 7.6 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 7.9 | 7.2 |
| Healthcare Quality | 7.5 | 8.2 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 6.8 | 7.9 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 3.5 | 4.2 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 3.9 | 4.6 |
| Freedom of Speech | 6.8 | 7.2 |
| Political Stability | 5.8 | 6.0 |
| Tax Friendliness | 3.6 | 4.3 |
| Visa Ease | 6.6 | 6.8 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 5.3 | 4.2 |
| Cleanliness | 6.0 | 4.8 |
| Environmental Quality | 6.0 | 4.7 |
| Family Friendly | 5.9 | 6.0 |
| Language Barrier | 4.5 | 4.1 |
| Work-Life Balance | 7.1 | 6.7 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 5.9 | 6.3 |
| Racial Tolerance | 6.3 | 6.8 |
| Safety | 5.1 | 5.6 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 7.0 | 9.2 |
| Cycling | 4.2 | 4.0 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 6.4 | 8.1 |
| Public Transit | 6.3 | 7.8 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 8.0 | 9.1 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 4.5 | 5.8 |
| Walkability | 5.7 | 5.8 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 5.7 | 8.3 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 5.1 | 7.1 |
| Networking Opportunities | 5.8 | 8.3 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 5.2 | 6.9 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 7.6 | 7.9 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $53 per pair | $61 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $40 per dress | $46 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $86 per pair | $129 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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Porto Alegre
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BR
São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $67 per month | $76 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $7.61 per ticket | $10 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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| Coffee | $1.81 per cup | $2.00 per cup |
| Beer | $2.66 per pint | $3.04 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $5.71 per meal | $7.99 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $34 per meal | $59 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $7.99 per meal | $9.13 per meal |
| Apples | $2.00 per kg | $2.76 per kg |
| Bread | $1.52 per loaf | $2.13 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.86 per bottle | $1.05 per bottle |
| Milk | $1.18 per liter | $1.29 per liter |
| Rice | $1.43 per kg | $1.43 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $4.57 per kg | $5.42 per kg |
| Beef | $9.13 per kg | $9.90 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $10 per bottle | $12 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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Porto Alegre
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BR
São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $171 per month | $162 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $67 per visit | $86 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $6.66 per purchase | $6.66 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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BR
Porto Alegre
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BR
São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Housing | $266 per month | $314 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $409 per month | $695 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $913 per month | $1,370 per month |
| Coworking Space | $162 per month | $219 per month |
| Coliving Space | $362 per month | $799 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | $25 per month | $21 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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Porto Alegre
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BR
São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $38 per month | $48 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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| Haircut | $13 per visit | $21 per visit |
| Laundry | $4.76 per kg | $12 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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Porto Alegre
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BR
São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $12 per month | $14 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $24 per month | $24 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $3.81 one-time | $8.56 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $27 per month | $36 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $18 per hour | $30 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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Porto Alegre
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São Paulo
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| Transportation | $42 per month | $46 per month |
| Taxi Start | $1.24 per trip | $1.24 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $0.72 per km | $0.91 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $42 per month | $49 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $4.19 per trip | $5.33 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.23 per liter | $1.23 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $2.85 per month | $6.66 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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Porto Alegre
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BR
São Paulo
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|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $86 per month | $61 per month |