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Pouso Alegre · Cost of Living 2026
City Guide · Brazil · South America

Cost of Living in Pouso Alegre, Brazil
2026 Expat Guide

very affordable 54% below the global city average (CoL 87.2)

At a cost-of-living index of 39.8 (NYC = 100), Pouso Alegre sits firmly among very affordable destinations in Brazil. Rent for a 1-bedroom in the city center typically runs around ~$360, while a basic restaurant meal costs roughly ~$10.

With a population of 152,000, Pouso Alegre is a smaller city in Brazil.

Monthly Budget: $500–800/month  ·  CoL Index: N/A (NYC = 100, global avg 87.2)
🇧🇷 Brazil Pop. 152k Updated April 2026
CoL Index
N/A
NYC = 100
Rent Index
N/A
NYC = 100
1-BR Centre
$360*
monthly rent
Avg. Salary
$1,799*
net/month
Cheap Meal
N/A
restaurant
Groceries
$465*
monthly basket

Key Cost of Living Data

Pouso Alegre 2026 · NYC baseline = 100

Cost of Living
N/A
Rent Index
N/A
Cheap Meal USD
N/A
Monthly Groceries
$465*
Monthly Transport
N/A
CategoryValueNotesSource
CoL IndexN/ANYC baseline = 100 · global avg 87.2GlobalCostData 2026
Rent IndexN/AAvg rent vs NYCGlobalCostData 2026
1-BR City Centre$360*Monthly rent, USDGlobalCostData 2026
1-BR Outside Centre$250*Monthly rent, USDGlobalCostData 2026
Cheap Restaurant MealN/APer person, USDGlobalCostData 2026
Monthly Groceries$465*Single person, USDGlobalCostData 2026
Monthly TransportN/ATransit pass, USDGlobalCostData 2026

* country-level average used as proxy (per-city sample not yet collected)

Affordability snapshot

Rent / Salary ratio
20%

Share of average net salary absorbed by 1-bed city-centre rent. Lower = more disposable income.

Country context · Brazil

Avg net salary
$1,799
Food basket /mo
$465
Avg rent /mo
$312
Internet speed
60 Mbps
Safety index
1.4
HDI
0.760
Life expectancy
77.5 yrs
Purchasing power
38.7

Housing & Rent

USD per month · 2026

TypeUSD / monthNotes
1-bed, city centre$360*Capital city avg.
1-bed, outside centre$250*Suburbs avg.
Country avg rent$312Brazil (national)

* country-level average used as proxy (per-city sample not yet collected)

Food & Dining

Per-item prices in USD

ItemPrice (USD)Notes
Cheap restaurant mealN/APer person
Mid-range restaurant (2p)N/A3-course
Monthly groceries (single)$465*Single person estimate
Country food basket$465Brazil (national avg)

* country-level average used as proxy (per-city sample not yet collected)

Transport

Monthly costs in USD

TypePrice (USD)Notes
Monthly transit passN/APublic transport avg.

City Insight

In Pouso Alegre, a 1-bedroom city-centre apartment ($360/mo) absorbs approximately 20% of the average net salary ($1,799/mo). This leaves solid disposable income.

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LifestyleMonthly Budget (USD)Notes
Frugal$500Shared room, basic lifestyle
Comfortable$8001-bed apt, normal expat lifestyle
Western expat$1,300Private apt, regular travel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pouso Alegre cost of living

Is Pouso Alegre good for digital nomads on a budget?
Pouso Alegre is one of the more affordable cities for digital nomads, with a CoL Index of 39.8 (roughly 60% below New York City). A comfortable remote-work lifestyle — including a private apartment, fast internet, and regular dining out — typically costs $398–$557/month, making it highly competitive on a USD or EUR income.
What is the cheapest area to live in Pouso Alegre?
Outside the city centre, a 1-bedroom apartment in Pouso Alegre averages $250/month, compared to $360/month in central areas. Outer districts and emerging neighbourhoods can be even cheaper — local expat forums are the best source for current listings.
How does Pouso Alegre compare to other affordable cities?
With a CoL Index of 39.8, Pouso Alegre sits comfortably in the affordable tier (below 60 on the NYC=100 scale). It compares favourably with similar budget destinations in the region, offering a good balance of infrastructure and low cost that appeals to long-stay travellers and expats alike.
How does Pouso Alegre compare to New York City for cost of living?
Pouso Alegre is approximately 60% cheaper than New York City overall (CoL Index 39.8 vs NYC baseline of 100). Rent specifically is 84% lower than NYC. Expats from NYC will enjoy significant savings.
What is the average salary in Pouso Alegre?
The average net monthly salary in Pouso Alegre is approximately $1,799, equivalent to around $21,590/year after taxes. Technology, finance, and international companies typically pay above average. Expat packages often include housing allowances on top of the base salary.

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Sources: World Bank Open Data 2026 · GlobalCostData Research 2026. Data verified April 2026. Not financial or legal advice.
Disclaimer: Prices are indicative and vary by neighbourhood and individual lifestyle. Verify with local sources before relocating.