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Praia Grande vs Senador Canedo

Single · Comfortable · $3,000/mo

Praia GrandeOverall winner

Senador Canedo is approximately 63% less expensive than Praia Grande based on cost of living including rent. This makes Senador Canedo a more budget-friendly option for expats considering a move.

Senador Canedo has a FIRE Score of N/A/100, indicating its suitability for financial independence and early retirement. The city's safety index is 68, which is relatively safe.

Recommended profile: Senador Canedo is well-suited for retirees seeking a balanced lifestyle.

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Praia Grande

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FIRE68

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Senador Canedo

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Nomad49
Cost
Cost of living index
52.4
-
One person, excluding rent
Best in row. $812/mo
$1,550/mo
Family of four, excluding rent
Best in row. $2,934/mo
$5,600/mo
Total monthly, rent included
Best in row. $601/mo
$776/mo
Monthly savings
Best in row. $2,399/mo
$2,224/mo
Housing
1BR, city centre
$425
Best in row. $260
1BR, outside centre
$239
Best in row. $173
3BR, city centre
$784
-
3BR, outside centre
$585
-
Scores
FIRE score
Best in row. 79/100
72/100
Nomad score
48/100
48/100
Retiree score
44/100
Best in row. 45/100
Overall score
Best in row. 68/100
49/100
Safety & infrastructure
Safety index
50
Best in row. 68
Internet speed
Best in row. 95 Mbps
45 Mbps
Walkability score
-
-

Estimates from published local prices. N/A means no figure is published for that city.

About these cities

About Praia Grande

Praia Grande is cheap, and that is the whole pitch: a one-bedroom outside the centre runs $239/mo while the local average net salary sits at $432/mo, so the math only works if you bring remote income. The expat scene is tiny, English is limited, and a safety index of 50/100 means you keep your wits about you after dark. Come for the tropical climate and 95 Mbps internet, not for a ready-made community.

About Brazil

Retirees with fixed dollar income near the $2,000 VITEM XIV threshold get accessible cost of living (rent under $400) paired with genuine safety risk, a 35.5 safety index that outweigh the cheap rent math. Fine for someone prioritizing budget and expat community over personal security. Bad fit for anyone needing English-language ease, a fast PR pathway, or low-crime peace of mind.

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