Where do most Americans live in Portugal?

Where do American expats live in Portugal? Expat life in Portugal is a dream. The biggest American expat communities are Lisbon, the Algarve, and Porto. Compared to some other European countries, Portugal manages to balance a high quality of life with a low cost of living.



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The majority of expats in Algarve are in Tavira, Vilamoura, Lagos, Faro, Albufeira, Alvor and Ferragudo. These towns also happen to attract a large amount of tourists each year, so they can get quite busy during high season. If you're more into quiet towns, then rural areas of the Algarve are perfect.

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Lisbon. Lisbon is a diverse city, great for expats, families and students, and has a thriving LGBT+ community. Portugal's capital city has it all and is an excellent choice for anybody wanting the buzz of a big city, while also having a beautiful historic centre and being close to beautiful beaches.

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In Coimbra or Braga a couple could live quite comfortably on that same budget of around $1,600 per month. Living in Lisbon, Porto, or trendy areas of the Algarve is going to cost more, but in other areas you can easily have a nice, cushy life for $2,000—add another $700+ to that for an equivalent Lisbon lifestyle.

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The Algarve is the most popular choice for British expats living in Portugal and while this region on Portugal's southern coast is often known for busy tourist resorts, the stunning coastline is also home to quieter areas and idyllic countryside largely untouched by tourism.

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In fact, the average cost of living in Portugal is around €1,608 (€1,500) per month, depending on what part of Portugal you're living in. Overall, Portugal is considered one of the cheapest countries in Western Europe and is, on average, 50 percent cheaper than living in the United States.

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Some of the most common reasons why Americans are moving to Portugal include a more affordable cost of living, high quality of life, access to public healthcare, and an excellent climate are some of the most common reasons.

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