Cost of Living in Presidente Prudente - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $436 (excluding rent), and $728 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,131 (excluding rent), and $1,522 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$5 R$26.77

$4.54 R$24.34

$6.36 R$34.07

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$15.92 R$85.3

$14.15 R$75.8

$42.81 R$229

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$6.51 R$34.87

$5.78 R$30.95

$7.23 R$38.74

Cappuccino

$1.59 R$8.5

$1.06 R$5.66

$2.11 R$11.33

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.91 R$4.88

$0.62 R$3.3

$1.06 R$5.67

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.67 R$3.58

$0.44 R$2.34

$0.87 R$4.68

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.48 R$7.9

$1.11 R$5.93

$1.57 R$8.4

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.31 R$12.35

$1.83 R$9.81

$2.78 R$14.88

Milk (1 liter)

$0.87 R$4.67

$0.7 R$3.77

$1.04 R$5.56

White Bread (500g)

$1.58 R$8.44

$1.44 R$7.73

$1.81 R$9.69

Rice (white) (1kg)

$0.83 R$4.42

$0.69 R$3.7

$0.91 R$4.89

Eggs

$1.92 R$10.26

$1.27 R$6.8

$2.64 R$14.13

Local Cheese (1kg)

$10.04 R$53.8

$8.14 R$43.58

$11.09 R$59.4

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$4.82 R$25.83

$3.39 R$18.18

$7.15 R$38.32

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$6.32 R$33.86

$5.37 R$28.75

$7.17 R$38.38

Apples (1kg)

$2.08 R$11.16

$1.99 R$10.67

$2.17 R$11.64

Banana (1kg)

$1.1 R$5.91

Oranges (1kg)

$0.57 R$3.07

$0.44 R$2.34

$0.7 R$3.74

Tomato (1kg)

$1.89 R$10.11

$1.42 R$7.63

$2.35 R$12.6

Potato (1kg)

$0.69 R$3.72

$0.37 R$2

$1.02 R$5.44

Onion (1kg)

$0.72 R$3.87

$0.7 R$3.77

$0.74 R$3.97

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.94 R$5.02

$0.75 R$4.01

$1.12 R$6.02

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.62 R$3.35

$0.37 R$1.99

$0.88 R$4.71

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$1.6 R$8.56

$1.27 R$6.83

$1.91 R$10.24

Wine (Bottle)

$7.71 R$41.33

$7.52 R$40.3

$7.91 R$42.35

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$0.89 R$4.77

$0.69 R$3.69

$1.09 R$5.86

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.84 R$9.87

$1.05 R$5.64

$2.63 R$14.11

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.93 R$4.99

$0.84 R$4.49

$1.12 R$5.99

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$37.83 R$203

$20.7 R$111

$37.83 R$203

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.05 R$5.63

$0.88 R$4.69

$1.58 R$8.44

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.75 R$4

$0.61 R$3.29

$1.4 R$7.51

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$6.43 R$34.44

$4.52 R$24.21

$8.15 R$43.64

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.93 R$5.01

$0.86 R$4.59

$1.07 R$5.73

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$22.5K R$120.3K

$20.1K R$107.6K

$24.8K R$133K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$26K R$139.4K

$25.3K R$135.5K

$26.7K R$143.3K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$127 R$679

$63.9 R$342

$190 R$1,016

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$13.63 R$73

$7.29 R$39.03

$22.21 R$119

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$17.25 R$92.4

$16.24 R$87

$18.25 R$97.8

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$21.32 R$114

$17.76 R$95.1

$24.87 R$133

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$21.24 R$114

$12.39 R$66.4

$21.24 R$114

Cinema Ticket

$5.46 R$29.23

$4.25 R$22.79

$6.67 R$35.73

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$272 R$1,459

$182 R$973

$472 R$2,529

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$6,575 R$35.2K

$4,383 R$23.5K

$11K R$58.7K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$49.86 R$267

$21.98 R$118

$82.4 R$441

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$42.15 R$226

$23.37 R$125

$72 R$386

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$76.1 R$408

$45.24 R$242

$118 R$630

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$65.7 R$352

$36.74 R$197

$110 R$590

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$187 R$1,001

$142 R$763

$231 R$1,240

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$119 R$636

$91.3 R$489

$146 R$782

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$472 R$2,529

$410 R$2,195

$534 R$2,863

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$265 R$1,420

$212 R$1,136

$318 R$1,703

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,504 R$8,055

$1,049 R$5,618

$1,873 R$10K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,070 R$5,734

$756 R$4,047

$1,230 R$6,589

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$450 R$2,410

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

Citycost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: December 2, 2025

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Cost of Living in Presidente Prudente - Frequently Asked Questions

Presidente Prudente tends to feel more relaxed and affordable than Brazil’s coastal mega-cities, especially if you value a slower pace and local flavor. Cost of Living in Presidente Prudente is shaped by a mix of affordable groceries, casual dining, and practical housing options, with value hinging on neighborhood choice and lifestyle. You’ll find inexpensive basics at markets and bakeries, while dining out at simple local eateries remains reasonable. Housing ranges from compact apartments to family homes, with rents influenced by distance from the city center. Public transit works well for daily trips, and bike lanes are expanding. Tip: test a few neighborhoods before settling in.

Your day in Presidente Prudente blends practicality with local charm. You might start near a convenient bairro with markets, cafés, and coworking options, then use the bus network or bicycle for errands. Grocery runs happen at local mercados and weekly fairs, with plenty of fresh produce and bakery delights nearby. If you telework, seek a welcoming coworking space or quiet cafe with dependable Wi‑Fi. Presidente Prudente living cost is a handy reference as you compare neighborhoods for rent and proximity to work or study. Tip: map transit paths to build a simple, time-efficient routine.

Quality of life in Presidente Prudente comes from balance: a walkable center, practical services, and a supportive local vibe. Build a simple budgeting framework: separate essentials, discretionary extras, and seasonal activities, then adjust with the pace of the year. In the dry season you may enjoy outdoor markets and street life; in the wetter months you’ll appreciate covered options and reliable transport. Neighborhood fit matters: Centro for convenience, quieter bairros for longer stays, and districts near campuses or business hubs for networking. Tip: visit at different times of day to feel the energy before committing.