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Guarujá, Brazil

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1,120
Retiree Score
100.0
Safety Index
36.4
Healthcare
26 facilities

Guarujá is where Paulistas go to escape the city grind. The beaches get packed on weekends—Enseada turns into a parking lot of umbrellas—but empty out by Monday. You're stuck with port traffic and cruise ship crowds, but the seafood markets near Vicente de Carvalho make up for it.

This isn't a digital nomad hub. Internet cuts out when storms roll in off the Atlantic. Retirees tolerate the seasonal chaos for waterfront apartments at half Miami prices. The ferry to Santos is your lifeline for decent hospitals.

Can I afford Guarujá?

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Guarujá

You could save

1,880/mo

Savings Rate63%

Monthly Costs

Rent $500
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$620

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
63/100
Retiree Score
(i)
100/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Brazil Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
36
Safety
26
Healthcare
100
Walkability
20
Nomad

Grocery Basket

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

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$12
Meal (Mid-range) *$17
Cappuccino *$2
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) *$84
Mobile Plan (mo) *$14
Gym (mo) *$23
Cinema Ticket *$7

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $400
1BR Outside (mo) *$198
3BR Center (mo) $840
3BR Outside (mo) *$394

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Common in Tourist Areas
Expat Community
Medium
Top Neighborhoods
Enseada, Astúrias, Pitangueiras
Best For
Retirees, Surfers, Beach lovers

Expat Life Notes

Guarujá is a popular coastal resort city near São Paulo. It has a significant seasonal expat community and many international owners of holiday homes.

Pros

  • ✓ Beautiful beaches
  • ✓ Modern infrastructure
  • ✓ Upscale residential options

Cons

  • ✗ Very high crime in certain areas
  • ✗ Expensive during peak season
  • ✗ Sterile during winter

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Guarujá

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Guarujá has a population of approximately 210,207 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $1,250 per month in Guarujá, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $500/month.

The nearest airport to Guarujá is CGH, approximately 57km away.

Guarujá is considered a higher-crime area that requires caution, with a safety index of 36.4. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

Retirees who want oceanfront living cheap. Not ideal for remote workers needing reliability or families wanting international schools.

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