📍 Portugal · Europe
Porto
Population: 231,962
About Porto
Porto is Portugal's second-largest city, known for high walkability, strong safety outcomes, and good quality of life at lower cost than Lisbon.
✨ City Specialty
Affordable alternative to Lisbon with strong livability
❤️ Why People Love Porto
Historic and walkable city center
Lower rents than Lisbon in many areas
High safety and healthcare standards
Growing remote-work community
🗣️ Languages
🏢 Major Companies
- →Sonae
- →Farfetch (regional presence)
- →EFACEC
👤 Notable People
- ★Fernando Gomes
- ★Rui Moreira
- ★Manuel de Oliveira
City Scores
Cost of Living
| 💰 Single Person | $1250/month |
| 👨👩👧 Couple | $2050/month |
| 🏢 Rent (City Center) | $780/month |
| 🏘️ Rent (Outside Center) | $560/month |
| 🍕 Food | $280/month |
| 🚌 Transport | $55/month |
| 💡 Utilities | $115/month |
Environment & Infrastructure
🌍 Climate
📡 Internet
🚨 Crime & Safety
Safety Rating
Crime Statistics (per 100K)
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