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Parauapebas, Brazil

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$770
Retiree Score
47.3
Safety Index
48.0
Healthcare
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Parauapebas exists because of iron. The CarajĂĄs Mine dominates the local economy, and the town feels like a company town despite its modest size. The CarajĂĄs Railway ships ore to SĂŁo LuĂ­s, and the airport connects workers to the rest of Brazil. Daily life revolves around mining schedules.

Living in Parauapebas means dealing with the realities of a resource-driven economy. The TapirapĂ©-Aquiri and CarajĂĄs National Forests surround the area, but this isn’t a tourist destination. Road connections to MarabĂĄ and CurionĂłpolis are functional but basic. If you’re not here for mining or related industries, you’ll feel out of place. This is a town for workers, not wanderers.

Can I afford Parauapebas?

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Parauapebas

You could save

2,230/mo

Savings Rate74%

Monthly Costs

Rent $340
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$430

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
74/100
Retiree Score
(i)
50/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
đŸ’»Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Brazil Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
48
Safety
0
Healthcare
50
Walkability
50
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) *$8
Meal (Mid-range) *$12
Cappuccino *$2
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) *$58
Mobile Plan (mo) *$10
Gym (mo) *$16
Cinema Ticket *$5

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $204
1BR Outside (mo) *$149
3BR Center (mo) $390
3BR Outside (mo) *$295

* 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
1102 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Parauapebas has a population of approximately 53,335 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $850 per month in Parauapebas, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $340/month.

The nearest airport to Parauapebas is BEL, approximately 545km away.

Parauapebas is considered moderate in terms of safety, with a safety index of 48.0. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

Parauapebas works for mining professionals or those tied to the industry. Retirees and digital nomads will find limited appeal.

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