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Abrantes, Portugal

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1,300
Retiree Score
68.0
Safety Index
82.0
Healthcare
3 facilities

With a population of just 39,325, Abrantes is a sleepy provincial backwater that offers little to draw in newcomers. The town's long history as a military outpost and silk production center is more quaint than enticing. Bureaucracy is a persistent headache, as Abrantes was deliberately planned and settled to expand the kingdom's political influence. And the climate, while Mediterranean, features extreme temperature swings - frigid nights and scorching days. This is no place for the faint of heart or those seeking excitement. Abrantes is best suited for retirees and those content with a slow-paced, rural lifestyle.

Can I afford Abrantes?

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Abrantes

You could save

1,700/mo

Savings Rate57%

Monthly Costs

Rent $480
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$820

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
57/100
Retiree Score
(i)
68/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
48/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
82
Safety
3
Healthcare
100
Walkability
5
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $1
Bread (loaf) *$1
Eggs (12) $3
Rice (1kg) *$1
Chicken (1kg) *$3

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$17
Meal (Mid-range) $87
Cappuccino $3
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $123
Mobile Plan (mo) $22
Gym (mo) *$35
Cinema Ticket $9

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $192
1BR Outside (mo) *$330
3BR Center (mo) $340
3BR Outside (mo) *$532

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Limited
Expat Community
Very Few
Top Neighborhoods
Centro, Bairro da Fonte
Best For
budget retirees, off-the-beaten-path seekers

Expat Life Notes

Abrantes is a quiet interior Portuguese town on the Tagus River. Almost no expat infrastructure, though a few retirees have discovered its low prices.

Pros

  • ✓ Very low cost of living
  • ✓ Peaceful
  • ✓ Good climate

Cons

  • ✗ Very limited English
  • ✗ No expat community
  • ✗ Remote from Lisbon

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
—
Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
690 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
Mar, May, Sep

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Abrantes

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Abrantes has a population of approximately 39,325 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $1,200 per month in Abrantes, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $480/month.

The nearest airport to Abrantes is LIS, approximately 111km away.

Abrantes is considered relatively safe, with a safety index of 82.0. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

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