Is Alcântara Expensive?

Lisbon, Portugal

-5% vs Lisbon avg

Living in Alcântara, Lisbon

Alcântara is a relatively affordable area in Lisbon, with a cost of living index of 33.0 — that is -5% compared to the Lisbon average. At #12 of 20, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €805/month, compared to a range of €610 in Amadora to €1,085 in Chiado.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Alcântara, housing takes up roughly 43% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 15%, while transportation costs around 8%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately €32,220 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Alcântara

Salaries in Alcântara reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 33.0:

After tax and deductions of 30.1% in Portugal, take-home pay for someone earning €32,220 would be roughly €22,522/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

33.0
COLI Index
0.95x
vs City Avg
€805
Est. 1BR Rent
#12
of 20 Areas
30.1%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Alcântara

Estimated annual deductions on a €20,985 salary in Alcântara, Lisbon (local employee).

Income Tax
19%
Social Security
11.0%
Total Deductions: 30.1%
Est. Take-Home: €14,662/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Alcântara would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $24,750
London GBP £21,299
Dubai AED AED 123,844

Other Neighborhoods in Lisbon

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Chiado 44.4 1.28x +28%
Príncipe Real 43.4 1.25x +25%
Bairro Alto 39.9 1.15x +15%
Estrela / Lapa 38.9 1.12x +12%
Alfama 38.2 1.10x +10%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Alcântara:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alcântara expensive in Lisbon?

Alcântara is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Lisbon. It costs about -5% less than the city average, ranking #12 out of 20 neighborhoods.

How does Alcântara compare to the Lisbon average?

The cost of living in Alcântara is below the Lisbon average. With a multiplier of 0.95x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -5% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.