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Amarante do Maranhão, Brazil

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$705
Retiree Score
47.3
Safety Index
59.0
Healthcare
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Living in Amarante do Maranhão means adapting to a small, rural Brazilian town where infrastructure is basic and English speakers are rare. The presence of the Pykobjê indigenous community nearby adds cultural richness but also highlights the area's remoteness. You'll need Portuguese fluency and patience with slow internet speeds.

This isn't a place for those wanting urban conveniences. The population of 23,102 means everyone knows each other's business, and services like healthcare require trips to larger cities. It works for self-sufficient expats who truly want off-grid living in Brazil's interior.

Can I afford Amarante do Maranhão?

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Amarante do Maranhão

You could save

2,295/mo

Savings Rate77%

Monthly Costs

Rent $230
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$475

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
77/100
Retiree Score
(i)
50/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Brazil Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
59
Safety
0
Healthcare
20
Walkability
5
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) *$1
Bread (loaf) *$1
Eggs (12) *$2
Rice (1kg) *$1
Chicken (1kg) *$4

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$7
Meal (Mid-range) *$10
Cappuccino *$1
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) *$48
Mobile Plan (mo) *$8
Gym (mo) *$13
Cinema Ticket *$4

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $92
1BR Outside (mo) *$99
3BR Center (mo) $168
3BR Outside (mo) *$197

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
low
Expat Community
medium
Top Neighborhoods
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Best For
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🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
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Temperature
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Annual Rainfall
1146 mm
Coworking Spaces
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Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Amarante do Maranhão

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Amarante do Maranhão has a population of approximately 23,102 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $575 per month in Amarante do Maranhão, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $230/month.

The nearest airport to Amarante do Maranhão is SLZ, approximately 436km away.

Amarante do Maranhão is considered moderate in terms of safety, with a safety index of 59.0. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

Only consider it if you speak Portuguese fluently, enjoy extreme rural living, and don't need reliable internet or urban amenities.

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