Cost of Living in Coimbra
Coimbra is slightly more expensive than Braga but still significantly cheaper than Lisbon or Porto. A single expat needs €1,200-1,700/month.
Single adult
€1,200-1,700
per month
Couple
€1,700-2,500
per month
Family of 4
€2,400-3,600
per month
Housing
1-bed apartment, Alta (historic)
€600-900
1-bed apartment, Baixa
€500-800
Room in shared student flat
€250-450
Food & groceries
Lunch menu
€7-11
Dinner out
€12-22 per person
Weekly groceries
€40-65
Transport
SMTUC monthly bus pass
€30
Train to Lisbon (Alfa Pendular)
€20-30 single
Train to Porto (Alfa)
€15-25 single
Utilities
Internet
€27-37/month
Electricity
€35-65/month
Leisure & lifestyle
Gym
€25-45/month
University-town bars (cheaper than Lisbon)
Beer €1.50-3.00
Salary you need
€1,500/month net for comfortable single living. Excellent value for families, especially those connected to the university or CHUC hospital.
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