At a glance
 BR
São Paulo
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BR
Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Nomad score | 6.9 / 10 | 6.7 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $2,310 / mo | $2,664 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 28° / 16°C | 26° / 21°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 81 Moderate | 61 Moderate |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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BR
São Paulo
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BR
Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Average high | 25.2°C | 26.8°C |
| Average low | 15.5°C | 20.6°C |
| Precipitation | 105 mm / mo | 83 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 277 h / mo | 301 h / mo |
| Humidity | 78% | 80% |
| Rain days | 12.5 / mo | 10.9 / mo |
| Wind speed | 17.9 km/h | 16.7 km/h |
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
BR
Rio de Janeiro · average high by month
J 29
F 30
M 29
A 27
M 26
J 25
J 24
A 25
S 26
O 26
N 27
D 28
Air quality
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São Paulo
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BR
Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 81 | 61 |
| PM2.5 | 35 µg/m³ | 12.5 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 35 µg/m³ | 14.7 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 26 µg/m³ | 120 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 0 | 3 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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BR
São Paulo
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BR
Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 7.3 | 6.4 |
| Local Payment Services | 8.5 | 8.4 |
| Startup Scene | 8.5 | 7.1 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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São Paulo
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BR
Rio de Janeiro
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| Air Conditioning | 6.1 | 6.7 |
| Green Spaces | 5.8 | 7.9 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 5.8 | 5.7 |
| Noise Pollution | 3.6 | 3.9 |
| Seasonal Variety | 6.3 | 4.4 |
| Weather | 7.3 | 7.7 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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São Paulo
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Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 8.6 | 8.5 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 5.8 | 6.3 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 6.5 | 5.2 |
| VPN Reliability | 7.0 | 7.4 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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São Paulo
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BR
Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 6.0 | 5.7 |
| Cost of Living | 6.7 | 6.5 |
| Currency Stability | 5.5 | 4.2 |
| Entertainment Cost | 6.7 | 6.8 |
| Food & Groceries | 7.5 | 6.7 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 6.8 | 6.3 |
| Transportation Cost | 7.0 | 7.4 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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São Paulo
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Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Culture | 8.7 | 9.1 |
| Indoors Fun | 8.2 | 6.8 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 7.4 | 7.0 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 8.1 | 8.6 |
| Nightlife | 9.1 | 8.9 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 6.7 | 9.5 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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São Paulo
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BR
Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 6.5 | 7.2 |
| Nomad Friendly | 7.5 | 7.4 |
| Online Community Presence | 7.1 | 6.8 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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São Paulo
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Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 8.2 | 7.6 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 9.0 | 7.8 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 7.6 | 6.9 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 6.6 | 6.7 |
| Internet Speed | 9.0 | 7.7 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 8.6 | 8.4 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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São Paulo
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Rio de Janeiro
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| Fitness Facilities | 8.3 | 8.4 |
| Food Scene | 8.7 | 8.4 |
| Healthy Food Options | 7.9 | 8.3 |
| Yoga Studios | 7.4 | 7.8 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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São Paulo
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Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 7.6 | 7.0 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| Healthcare Quality | 8.2 | 7.4 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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BR
São Paulo
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BR
Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 7.8 | 6.1 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 4.2 | 3.5 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 4.6 | 3.9 |
| Freedom of Speech | 6.6 | 7.1 |
| Political Stability | 4.0 | 5.3 |
| Tax Friendliness | 4.2 | 4.8 |
| Visa Ease | 6.8 | 6.9 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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São Paulo
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BR
Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 7.3 | 5.6 |
| Cleanliness | 3.8 | 5.0 |
| Environmental Quality | 4.7 | 6.6 |
| Family Friendly | 6.0 | 6.3 |
| Language Barrier | 5.2 | 4.5 |
| Work-Life Balance | 6.0 | 7.5 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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São Paulo
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BR
Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 5.7 | 5.6 |
| Racial Tolerance | 6.8 | 6.0 |
| Safety | 4.2 | 4.7 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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São Paulo
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Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 9.2 | 8.0 |
| Cycling | 5.8 | 5.7 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 8.1 | 7.0 |
| Public Transit | 7.8 | 6.7 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 9.1 | 8.3 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 6.8 | 6.0 |
| Walkability | 5.8 | 6.8 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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São Paulo
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Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 8.3 | 6.8 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 7.1 | 5.6 |
| Networking Opportunities | 8.3 | 7.3 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 6.9 | 5.5 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 8.2 | 7.7 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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São Paulo
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Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $32 per pair | $53 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $32 per dress | $44 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $109 per pair | $93 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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BR
São Paulo
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BR
Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $54 per month | $57 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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São Paulo
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Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $5.54 per ticket | $8.56 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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São Paulo
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Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $2.71 per cup | $1.81 per cup |
| Beer | $3.56 per pint | $2.28 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $6.70 per meal | $8.56 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $4.53 per meal | $9.13 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $23 per meal | $48 per meal |
| Apples | $3.75 per kg | $2.76 per kg |
| Bread | $2.17 per loaf | $1.71 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.81 per bottle | $1.05 per bottle |
| Milk | $1.28 per liter | $1.37 per liter |
| Rice | $1.27 per kg | $1.62 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $5.32 per kg | $5.33 per kg |
| Beef | $17 per kg | $10 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $9.89 per bottle | $14 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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São Paulo
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BR
Rio de Janeiro
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| Groceries | $165 per month | $162 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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São Paulo
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BR
Rio de Janeiro
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| Doctor Visit (GP) | $26 per visit | $86 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $4.85 per purchase | $6.66 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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São Paulo
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BR
Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $417 per month | $723 per month |
| Housing | $417 per month | $304 per month |
| Coworking Space | $218 per month | $209 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $1,187 per month | $1,427 per month |
| Coliving Space | $633 per month | $799 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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São Paulo
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BR
Rio de Janeiro
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| Internet & Mobile | $26 per month | $23 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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São Paulo
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Rio de Janeiro
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| Leisure Activities | $29 per month | $38 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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São Paulo
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Rio de Janeiro
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| Haircut | $7.91 per visit | $16 per visit |
| Laundry | $5.14 per kg | $8.56 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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São Paulo
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Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $5.93 per month | $14 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $20 per month | $26 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $5.93 one-time | $7.61 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $24 per month | $36 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $20 per hour | $21 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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São Paulo
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Rio de Janeiro
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| Taxi Start | $1.30 per trip | $1.24 per trip |
| Transportation | $51 per month | $61 per month |
| Taxi per km | $0.95 per km | $0.65 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $51 per month | $49 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $6.05 per trip | $4.57 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.19 per liter | $1.17 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $49 per month | $2.85 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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BR
São Paulo
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Rio de Janeiro
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|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $56 per month | $67 per month |