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Funchal

Portugal 🕒 6:37:02 AM (UTC+1 WEST)

Local Highlights

Explore the history, neighborhoods, food, and culture of Funchal.

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☀️ Weather Forecast

Wed May 6
16°C / 60°F
Low: 13°C / 56°F
Thu May 7
15°C / 59°F
Low: 12°C / 54°F
Fri May 8
16°C / 62°F
Low: 14°C / 57°F

📊 Core Metrics

Adjusted ⓘ
Rent (1BD)
$1,310
Per Month (USD)
Safety Score
8.5
Excellent
Fixed Internet
165
Ultra Fast (Mbps)
ℹ️ Data Accuracy & Sources

Rent: Sourced from live listings (Zyla Labs), government databases (HUD/CMHC), or regional economic models.
Safety & Internet: Sourced from open data initiatives including the Measurement Lab (M-Lab) and public government/NGO safety indices.
Note: Prices and metrics are estimates only and may vary by specific neighborhood or provider.

🌍 Demographics

  • Population100,847
  • RegionMadeira
  • ClimateSubtropical
  • Elevation280 m

💰 Cost of Living Breakdown

Housing & Utilities

  • Basic Utilities for 915 Square Feet Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage)117.72 USD
  • Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher)47.04 USD
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)8.10 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre1442.57 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre1177.02 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre2410.20 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre1894.32 USD
  • Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre427.76 USD
  • Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre293.70 USD

Transportation

  • One-Way Ticket (Local Transport)2.14 USD
  • Monthly Public Transport Pass (Regular Price)32.40 USD
  • Taxi Start (Standard Tariff)3.78 USD
  • Taxi 1 mile (Standard Tariff)2.16 USD
  • Taxi 1 Hour Waiting (Standard Tariff)17.93 USD
  • Gasoline (1 Liter)1.84 USD
  • Volkswagen Golf 1.5 (or Equivalent New Compact Car)32446.44 USD
  • Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6 (or Equivalent New Mid-Size Car)36795.60 USD
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)8.37 USD

Food & Groceries

  • Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant12.96 USD
  • Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks)48.60 USD
  • Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal)9.18 USD
  • Domestic Draft Beer (1 Pint)2.70 USD
  • Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle)2.43 USD
  • Cappuccino (Regular Size)1.84 USD
  • Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 12 oz Small Bottle)1.62 USD
  • Bottled Water (12 oz)1.38 USD
  • Milk (Regular, 1 Liter)1.04 USD
  • Fresh White Bread (1 lb Loaf)1.84 USD
  • White Rice (1 lb)0.72 USD
  • Eggs (12, Large Size)3.56 USD
  • Local Cheese (1 lb)4.46 USD
  • Chicken Fillets (1 lb)3.22 USD
  • Beef Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 lb)5.29 USD
  • Apples (1 lb)0.78 USD
  • Bananas (1 lb)0.78 USD
  • Oranges (1 lb)0.78 USD
  • Tomatoes (1 lb)1.09 USD
  • Potatoes (1 lb)0.83 USD
  • Onions (1 lb)0.85 USD
  • Lettuce (1 Head)1.61 USD
  • Bottled Water (50 oz)0.80 USD
  • Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)6.48 USD
  • Domestic Beer (16.9 oz Bottle)1.34 USD
  • Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro)5.40 USD

Lifestyle & Entertainment

  • Monthly Fitness Club Membership39.60 USD
  • Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child400.05 USD
  • International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child8213.40 USD
  • Jeans (Levi's 501 or Similar)60.21 USD
  • Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)85.05 USD
  • Men's Leather Business Shoes72.90 USD

Other

  • Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data)16.33 USD
  • Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M)32.13 USD
  • Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)1267.77 USD