Cost of living in Curitiba (Brazil) is 58% cheaper than in Tacoma, Washington (United States)
WARNING! This comparison is based on only a few data points. At this point it is only a guess. It is based on 1,172 prices entered by 114 different people.
| Food in Curitiba (Brazil) is 69% cheaper than in Tacoma, Washington (United States) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Curitiba (Brazil) | Tacoma, Washington (United States) | Diff |
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ||
| R$ 25 ($4.43) | $19 | 76% |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | ||
| R$ 30 ($5.34) | $8 | 35% |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ||
| R$ 7 ($1.26) | $4.61 | 73% |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ||
| R$ 3.51 ($0.63) | $1.00 | 37% |
| 12 eggs, large | ||
| R$ 7 ($1.25) | $4.15 | 70% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ||
| R$ 4.88 ($0.88) | $4.43 | 80% |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ||
| R$ 17 ($3.09) | $5.95 | 48% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ||
| R$ 7 ($1.27) | $3.79 | 66% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ||
| R$ 3.28 ($0.59) | $1.89 | 69% |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ||
| R$ 4.76 ($0.86) | $3.38 | 75% |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ||
| R$ 39 ($7) | $16 | 56% |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | ||
| R$ 7 ($1.26) | $2.15 | 42% |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ||
| R$ 3.35 ($0.60) | $2.91 | 79% |
| Housing in Curitiba (Brazil) is 73% cheaper than in Tacoma, Washington (United States) | ||
| Curitiba (Brazil) | Tacoma, Washington (United States) | Diff |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| R$ 2,437 ($439) | $1,875 | 77% |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | ||
| R$ 1,757 ($317) | $1,410 | 78% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ||
| R$ 531 ($96) | $171 | 44% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| R$ 1,993 ($359) | $1,463 | 75% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | ||
| R$ 1,172 ($211) | $1,010 | 79% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | ||
| R$ 236 ($43) | $127 | 67% |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | ||
| R$ 89 ($16) | $56 | 72% |
| 40” flat screen TV | ||
| R$ 1,760 ($317) | $289 | 10% |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | ||
| R$ 453 ($82) | $170 | 52% |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ||
| R$ 23 ($4.12) | $15 | 73% |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ||
| R$ 18 ($3.26) | $18 | 82% |
| Clothes in Curitiba (Brazil) is 17% cheaper than in Tacoma, Washington (United States) | ||
| Curitiba (Brazil) | Tacoma, Washington (United States) | Diff |
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | ||
| R$ 251 ($45) | $42 | 8% |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | ||
| R$ 180 ($32) | $36 | 10% |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | ||
| R$ 349 ($63) | $84 | 25% |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ||
| R$ 236 ($43) | $118 | 64% |
| Transportation in Curitiba (Brazil) is 39% cheaper than in Tacoma, Washington (United States) | ||
| Curitiba (Brazil) | Tacoma, Washington (United States) | Diff |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ||
| R$ 114,642 ($20,671) | $22,505 | 8% |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ||
| R$ 4.14 ($0.75) | $0.84 | 11% |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ||
| R$ 229 ($41) | $75 | 45% |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | ||
| R$ 44 ($8) | $30 | 74% |
| Personal Care in Curitiba (Brazil) is 65% cheaper than in Tacoma, Washington (United States) | ||
| Curitiba (Brazil) | Tacoma, Washington (United States) | Diff |
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ||
| R$ 17 ($3.04) | $9 | 67% |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ||
| R$ 57 ($10) | $26 | 61% |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | ||
| R$ 217 ($39) | $123 | 68% |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | ||
| R$ 14 ($2.51) | $8 | 70% |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ||
| R$ 12 ($2.17) | $3.53 | 38% |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ||
| R$ 16 ($2.83) | $4.69 | 40% |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ||
| R$ 5.61 ($1.01) | $5.64 | 82% |
| Tube of toothpaste | ||
| R$ 3.79 ($0.68) | $2.29 | 70% |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ||
| R$ 40 ($7) | $22 | 68% |
| Entertainment in Curitiba (Brazil) is 43% cheaper than in Tacoma, Washington (United States) | ||
| Curitiba (Brazil) | Tacoma, Washington (United States) | Diff |
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ||
| R$ 99 ($18) | $49 | 64% |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ||
| R$ 44 ($8) | $26 | 70% |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ||
| R$ 309 ($56) | $261 | 79% |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ||
| R$ 218 ($39) | $75 | 47% |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ||
| R$ 25 ($4.55) | $10 | 54% |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ||
| R$ 11 ($2.07) | $5.87 | 65% |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ||
| R$ 9 ($1.69) | $5.52 | 69% |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | ||
| R$ 3,499 ($631) | $428 | 47% |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ||
| R$ 0.89 ($0.16) | $0.06 | 171% |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ||
| R$ 126 ($23) | $41 | 44% |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | ||
| R$ 10 ($1.73) | $10 | 83% |
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For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require $5,700 in Tacoma, Washington you would need to make just about $2,377 (R$ 13,182) in Curitiba.