Verdict: Asuncion is 27% cheaper — saving you $260/month ($3,120/year)
Asuncion ($715/mo)
Sao Paulo ($975/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$350
$550
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$200
$320
Cheap Meal
$4
$5
Mid-Range Meal
$12
$15
Transit Pass
$25
$35
Utilities
$50
$60
Internet
$20
$20
Groceries
$150
$160
CategoryAsuncionSao PauloDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$350$550$-200
1BR Apartment (Outside)$200$320$-120
Cheap Meal$4$5$-1
Mid-Range Meal$12$15$-3
Transit Pass$25$35$-10
Utilities$50$60$-10
Internet$20$20
Groceries$150$160$-10
Total Estimated$715$975$260 (27%)

Safety Index

Asuncion: 42/100

Sao Paulo: 40/100

Average Monthly Salary

Asuncion: $600

Sao Paulo: $900

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Asuncion cheaper than Sao Paulo?

Asuncion is approximately 27% cheaper.Asuncion costs around $715/month vs Sao Paulo at $975/month. That is a saving of $260/month ($3,120/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Asuncion or Sao Paulo?

Asuncion has cheaper rent.Asuncion charges $350/month for a city-center 1BR, while Sao Paulo is $550/month.

Which city is safer — Asuncion or Sao Paulo?

Asuncion is safer, with a safety index of 42/100 vs 40/100.