Funchal

Portugal 🕒 6:54:19 AM (UTC+0 WET)

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☀ī¸ Weather Forecast

Mon Feb 23
20°C / 67°F
Low: 15°C / 58°F
Tue Feb 24
19°C / 66°F
Low: 16°C / 60°F
Wed Feb 25
16°C / 61°F
Low: 12°C / 54°F

📊 Core Metrics

Rent (1BD)
$1,292
Per Month (USD)
Safety Score
8.5
Out of 10
Internet
165
Mbps Avg
ℹī¸ Data Accuracy & Sources

Rent: Sourced from live listings (Zyla Labs), government databases (HUD/CMHC), or regional economic estimates.
Safety: Aggregated from national crime statistics and State Department advisory levels.
Note: Prices are estimates only and may vary by neighborhood.

🌍 Demographics

  • Population100,847
  • RegionMadeira
  • ClimateSubtropical
  • Elevation280 m

🛂 Immigration & Visas

Tourist Stay: 90 Days (Extensions Possible)
Extensions are possible for up to 90 additional days within a 180-day period.

D7 Visa
A visa for retirees or those with passive income to reside in Portugal.
🕒 Validity: 12 Mo 💰 Income: $1,000/mo
Golden Visa
A visa for individuals who make a significant investment in Portugal.
🕒 Validity: 12 Mo
Citizenship Path: Eligible after 5 years of residency. (Dual Citizenship Allowed)

💰 Cost of Living Breakdown

Housing & Utilities

  • Basic Utilities for 915 Square Feet Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage)129.19 USD
  • Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher)51.63 USD
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)8.89 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre1583.16 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre1291.73 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre2645.10 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre2078.94 USD
  • Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre469.44 USD
  • Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre322.32 USD

Transportation

  • One-Way Ticket (Local Transport)2.35 USD
  • Monthly Public Transport Pass (Regular Price)35.56 USD
  • Taxi Start (Standard Tariff)4.15 USD
  • Taxi 1 mile (Standard Tariff)2.37 USD
  • Taxi 1 Hour Waiting (Standard Tariff)19.68 USD
  • Gasoline (1 Liter)2.01 USD
  • Volkswagen Golf 1.5 (or Equivalent New Compact Car)35608.63 USD
  • Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6 (or Equivalent New Mid-Size Car)40381.65 USD
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)9.19 USD

Food & Groceries

  • Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant14.22 USD
  • Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks)53.34 USD
  • Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal)10.07 USD
  • Domestic Draft Beer (1 Pint)2.96 USD
  • Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle)2.67 USD
  • Cappuccino (Regular Size)2.01 USD
  • Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 12 oz Small Bottle)1.78 USD
  • Bottled Water (12 oz)1.52 USD
  • Milk (Regular, 1 Liter)1.14 USD
  • Fresh White Bread (1 lb Loaf)2.01 USD
  • White Rice (1 lb)0.79 USD
  • Eggs (12, Large Size)3.91 USD
  • Local Cheese (1 lb)4.90 USD
  • Chicken Fillets (1 lb)3.53 USD
  • Beef Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 lb)5.81 USD
  • Apples (1 lb)0.85 USD
  • Bananas (1 lb)0.85 USD
  • Oranges (1 lb)0.85 USD
  • Tomatoes (1 lb)1.20 USD
  • Potatoes (1 lb)0.91 USD
  • Onions (1 lb)0.94 USD
  • Lettuce (1 Head)1.77 USD
  • Bottled Water (50 oz)0.88 USD
  • Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)7.11 USD
  • Domestic Beer (16.9 oz Bottle)1.47 USD
  • Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro)5.93 USD

Lifestyle & Entertainment

  • Monthly Fitness Club Membership43.46 USD
  • Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child439.04 USD
  • International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child9013.87 USD
  • Jeans (Levi's 501 or Similar)66.08 USD
  • Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)93.34 USD
  • Men's Leather Business Shoes80.00 USD

Other

  • Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data)17.92 USD
  • Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M)35.26 USD
  • Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)1391.32 USD
  • Annual Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed, in %)5.70 USD

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