Is Lumiar Expensive?

Lisbon, Portugal

-12% vs Lisbon avg

Living in Lumiar, Lisbon

Lumiar is a relatively affordable area in Lisbon, with a cost of living index of 30.5 — that is -12% compared to the Lisbon average. At #15 of 20, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €746/month, compared to a range of €610 in Amadora to €1,085 in Chiado.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Lumiar, housing takes up roughly 40% 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 €29,846 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Lumiar

Salaries in Lumiar reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 30.5:

After tax and deductions of 29.6% in Portugal, take-home pay for someone earning €29,846 would be roughly €21,011/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

30.5
COLI Index
0.88x
vs City Avg
€746
Est. 1BR Rent
#15
of 20 Areas
29.6%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Lumiar

Estimated annual deductions on a €19,396 salary in Lumiar, Lisbon (local employee).

Income Tax
19%
Social Security
11.0%
Total Deductions: 29.6%
Est. Take-Home: €13,660/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $22,875
London GBP £19,686
Dubai AED AED 114,462

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lumiar expensive in Lisbon?

Lumiar is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Lisbon. It costs about -12% less than the city average, ranking #15 out of 20 neighborhoods.

How does Lumiar compare to the Lisbon average?

The cost of living in Lumiar is below the Lisbon average. With a multiplier of 0.88x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -12% 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.