Curitiba
Brazil
Updated on August 10, 2025
Overview
Capital of Paraná state in southern Brazil, globally recognized as a benchmark for sustainable urban management and innovative public transportation. It ranks as Brazil's capital with the highest quality of life according to the 2025 IPS, notable for its 68 m² of green space per inhabitant and low climate vulnerability index.
Average cost of living€4,390.00
Quality of Life85/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€800.00
1-bed flat (center)€1,400.00
1-bed flat (outside)€1,000.00
3-bed flat (center)€2,800.00
3-bed flat (outside)€2,000.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€280.00
Internet€85.00
Mobile plan€45.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€5.50
Monthly pass€180.00
Taxi start€6.50
Gasoline (1 l)€5.80
Leisure
Cinema ticket€25.00
Fitness club€80.00
Education
Preschool (month)€800.00
Intl. primary (year)€15,000.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€6,500.00
sqm outside center€4,200.00
Advantages
- ✓ Highest quality of life among Brazilian capitals
- ✓ Innovative and efficient public transportation system
- ✓ Leadership in urban sustainability and environment
- ✓ Extensive urban green space coverage
- ✓ High human development index
- ✓ Global benchmark for urban planning
Disadvantages
- × Subtropical climate with cold and humid winters
- × Higher living costs compared to other southern cities
- × Limited cultural offerings compared to São Paulo or Rio
- × Economic dependence on specific sectors
- × Vehicle congestion during peak hours