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Volta Redonda, Brazil City Intelligence

Volta Redonda is an indexed city in Brazil (South America), with a metropolitan population of about ~280K. This profile brings together deterministic city-intelligence indicators for Volta Redonda spanning cost of living, climate, safety and quality of life, economy and jobs, education, and healthcare. Volta Redonda is a south america city of about ~280K in Brazil. On the composite city-intelligence score, Volta Redonda sits around the indexed median (70/100).

Last updated
2026-05-16
Data year
2025
Population
~280K
View of Volta Redonda, Brazil

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Composite profile

Overall score

70/100

Use the Volta Redonda profile to compare affordability, livability, and economic indicators against other indexed cities in Brazil and across South America, and to explore nearby nature and weekend destinations.

Overall70/100
Affordability60/100
Air quality67/100
Energy68/100

Overall city intelligence

Good

70/100

Composite directional score across affordability, air quality, clean energy, and resilience.

Data confidence

Directional

Directional indicators pending integration of verified city-level data.

Verified utility layers

See country hub

Emergency, healthcare, and transport verification status appears on the country hub.

Volta Redonda data table

The table is part of the initial server-rendered HTML and mirrors the key city score cards.

Volta Redonda city intelligence data table
MetricValueContext
Overall score70/100Composite score across major city intelligence modules.
Cost of Living60/100Volta Redonda's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies.
Air Quality67/100Volta Redonda's air-quality profile is a directional indicator framed against WHO and regional benchmarks; verified city-level measurements appear in the dedicated air-quality dataset section once integrated.
Energy68/100Volta Redonda's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context.
Safety69/100Volta Redonda's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available.
Internet Speed69/100Volta Redonda's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references.
Climate Risk67/100Volta Redonda's climate-risk profile is a directional indicator combining regional hazard categories with national adaptation capacity.
Resilience67/100Climate adaptation and infrastructure continuity context.

Safety

Deterministic safety estimates from our index — planning signals derived from country priors and city data, not official crime statistics.

Safety

Overall safety49/100
Low crime50/100
Personal safety49/100
Night safety45/100
Road safety51/100

Volta Redonda scores below average for safety in our index (49/100); research neighborhoods and take standard precautions.

Quality of Life

A composite quality-of-life estimate and its component indicators.

Quality of Life

Quality of life65/100
Healthcare61/100
Education64/100
Green space93/100
Cleanliness54/100
Infrastructure61/100
Mobility53/100

Volta Redonda has a moderate quality-of-life estimate (65/100), with notable strengths in green space.

Family Friendliness

How the city scores for raising a family, with the indicators that drive it.

Family Friendliness

Family friendliness62/100
Education64/100
Green space93/100
Overall safety49/100

Volta Redonda scores moderate for family living (62/100), helped by parks and green space.

Digital Nomad Suitability

Suitability for remote workers, based on connectivity, mobility, and livability.

Digital Nomad Suitability

Digital nomad suitability63/100
Walkability69/100
Cycling55/100
Infrastructure61/100

Volta Redonda is moderate for remote workers (63/100), based on connectivity, affordability and day-to-day amenities.

Retirement Suitability

Suitability for retirement, weighing healthcare, affordability, climate, and environment.

Retirement Suitability

Retirement suitability63/100
Healthcare61/100
Cleanliness54/100
Outdoor lifestyle60/100

Volta Redonda is moderate for retirement (63/100), appealing for affordability and a comfortable climate.

Emergency and public safety in Volta Redonda

Local public safety guidance for Volta Redonda, with the country-level emergency contacts that apply when calling for police, fire, or ambulance.

Unverified

For the universal emergency contacts that apply in Volta Redonda, including police, fire, and ambulance, see the Brazil emergency profile, which currently lists no verified national contacts.

Methodology and the wider source registry are documented on the scoring methodology and data sources pages.

Healthcare and hospitals in Volta Redonda

Healthcare context for Volta Redonda, with national-level information from Brazil where city-specific data is not yet verified. This is informational only and does not provide medical advice.

Unverified

For the national healthcare and public-health context that applies in Volta Redonda, see the Brazil healthcare profile, which currently lists no verified national healthcare information.

Related sections: emergency and public safety, scoring methodology, and data sources.

Transport and mobility in Volta Redonda

Local mobility context for Volta Redonda, with national-level context from Brazil where city-specific data is not yet verified. This is informational only.

Unverified

For national transport authorities and operators that apply in Volta Redonda, see the Brazil transport profile, which currently lists no verified national transport information.

Related sections: emergency and public safety, healthcare and hospitals, cities directory, countries directory, scoring methodology, data sources.

Air quality dataset

Source-attributed air-quality dataset for Volta Redonda. Verified measurements are surfaced when published from accepted official datasets; transparent fallback is shown otherwise.

Air quality dataset for Volta Redonda

Verified data unavailableLast updated 2026-05-16 / data year 2025

Verified air-quality measurements are not yet published for this location

Source-attributed values for Volta Redonda will appear here after the platform integrates verified measurements from accepted official publishers. Until then, structured air-quality module context remains available on the dedicated module page.

Volta Redonda air-quality dataset coverage
MetricValueData yearStatus
Air qualityVerified air-quality measurements are not yet published for this location.

Data provenance

Source attribution
  • Global City Intelligence — air-quality dataset

    Verified data unavailable
    Publisher
    Global City Intelligence
    Last verified
    2026-05-16

    The air-quality dataset begins empty by design. Verified city-level measurements appear here only after they are sourced from accepted publishers (WHO, EEA, US EPA, OpenAQ, OECD, or official national/city environmental agencies).

Quick answers

Quick, evidence-based answers about Volta Redonda drawn from this profile's indexed cost, climate, safety, economy, education, healthcare and nearby-nature data. Figures are deterministic estimates for orientation — verify specifics with official sources.

Quick answers about Volta Redonda

Is Volta Redonda worth visiting?

Yes — strong quality of life (65/100), with nearby nature such as Serra das Araras, Pico das Agulhas Negras.

Is Volta Redonda good for families?

Good (62/100) on safety, schools and green space.

Is Volta Redonda affordable?

Around average cost; about R$4,850/month for one person (estimate).

When is the best time to visit Volta Redonda?

Late spring to early autumn; warmest in Jan, coldest in Jul.

What are Volta Redonda's main industries?

Mainly manufacturing, energy, tourism.

What is the climate in Volta Redonda?

A tropical climate, averaging about 23.6°C.

Does Volta Redonda have universities?

Higher education is good (55/100).

What is healthcare like in Volta Redonda?

Healthcare access is good (51/100).

Is Volta Redonda good for retirement?

Retirement suitability is good (61/100).

What nature is near Volta Redonda?

Within ~170 km: Serra das Araras, Pico das Agulhas Negras.

Explore Volta Redonda modules

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Cost of Living in Volta Redonda

Volta Redonda's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies.

Air Quality in Volta Redonda

Volta Redonda's air-quality profile is a directional indicator framed against WHO and regional benchmarks; verified city-level measurements appear in the dedicated air-quality dataset section once integrated.

Energy in Volta Redonda

Volta Redonda's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context.

Safety in Volta Redonda

Volta Redonda's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available.

Internet Speed in Volta Redonda

Volta Redonda's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references.

Climate Risk in Volta Redonda

Volta Redonda's climate-risk profile is a directional indicator combining regional hazard categories with national adaptation capacity.

City rankings

Compare this city against other indexed cities in crawlable ranking tables.

Cost of living in Volta Redonda

Cost of living estimates for Volta Redonda — monthly budgets, rent, food, and transport in the local currency, plus an affordability score for comparison. Planning estimates derived from country baselines, not live prices.

Climate in Volta Redonda

Climate profile for Volta Redonda — Tropical climate, annual average 23.6°C, comfort score 83/100. Month-by-month temperatures, rainfall, sunshine, and the best months to visit. Deterministic planning estimates, not a forecast.

Economy and jobs in Volta Redonda

Economy and jobs profile for Volta Redonda — tourism economy, economy score 53/100, key industries including manufacturing, energy, tourism. Employment, salary, startup, remote-work, and career indicators. Deterministic planning estimates.

Universities and education in Volta Redonda

Education profile for Volta Redonda — mixed education base, education score 53/100, 3 representative universities, plus research, student life, and international-student indicators. Deterministic dataset, not institutional rankings.

Healthcare and retirement in Volta Redonda

Healthcare and retirement profile for Volta Redonda — developing healthcare market, healthcare score 51/100, retirement score 61/100. Medical access, specialist and emergency care, affordability, and retirement suitability. Deterministic planning estimates.

Visual guide to Volta Redonda

Source-attributed visual context for Volta Redonda using verified Wikimedia imagery from the existing media catalog, alongside structured city intelligence and planning links. Not a tourism guide or attractions ranking.

Weekend trip planning guide for Volta Redonda

Weekend trip planning checklist for Volta Redonda — links into arrival planning, Summer 2026 travel context, visual orientation, budget tools, transport, public safety, and healthcare context. Not an itinerary, events calendar, hotel-price guide, restaurant guide, or tourism ranking.

Estimate a monthly budget for Volta Redonda

Estimate a monthly budget for Volta Redonda using your own housing, food, transport, healthcare, and lifestyle inputs. Planning estimator only — not an official cost-of-living measurement.

Plan a trip budget for Volta Redonda

Plan a trip budget for Volta Redonda using your own accommodation, food, local transport, activities, travel, healthcare buffer, and emergency buffer inputs. Planning estimator only — not an official travel cost estimate.

Nearby cities from Volta Redonda

Where else nearby you could spend a day or a weekend from Volta Redonda. Links are derived from geographic proximity, shared region, shared natural-recreation areas, transport corridors, and country borders — not popularity or tourism rankings.

Nova Iguaçu, Brazil

Nearby city · about 72 km from Volta Redonda. Explore Nova Iguaçu's city intelligence profile.

Belford Roxo, Brazil

Nearby city · about 77 km from Volta Redonda. Explore Belford Roxo's city intelligence profile.

Duque de Caxias, Brazil

Same region · about 86 km from Volta Redonda. Explore Duque de Caxias's city intelligence profile.

Petrópolis, Brazil

Same region · about 95 km from Volta Redonda. Explore Petrópolis's city intelligence profile.

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Same region · about 102 km from Volta Redonda. Explore Rio de Janeiro's city intelligence profile.

Niterói, Brazil

Same region · about 110 km from Volta Redonda. Explore Niterói's city intelligence profile.

São Gonçalo, Brazil

Same region · about 113 km from Volta Redonda. Explore São Gonçalo's city intelligence profile.

Juiz de Fora, Brazil

Same region · about 116 km from Volta Redonda. Explore Juiz de Fora's city intelligence profile.

Taubaté, Brazil

Same region · about 159 km from Volta Redonda. Explore Taubaté's city intelligence profile.

Related collections

Regional discovery collections that include Volta Redonda — named natural regions grouping nearby nature, parks, lakes, coasts, and mountains for local-first day and weekend planning.

Themed collections

Theme-first discovery collections that include Volta Redonda — grouped by outdoor interest (mountains, lakes, coasts, forests, national parks) rather than geography.

Volta Redonda FAQ

Common questions about living in, visiting, working in, studying in and retiring to Volta Redonda, answered from the indexed cost-of-living, climate, safety, economy, education, healthcare and nearby-nature data on this profile.

Frequently asked questions about Volta Redonda

Is Volta Redonda worth visiting?

Volta Redonda has a moderate quality-of-life estimate (65/100), with notable strengths in green space. Visitors can also reach nature such as Serra das Araras, Pico das Agulhas Negras and Mantiqueira Mountains within weekend range.

What is it like to live in Volta Redonda?

Volta Redonda has a moderate quality-of-life estimate (65/100), with notable strengths in green space. It indexes 65/100 for overall quality of life.

How much does it cost to live in Volta Redonda?

A single resident of Volta Redonda spends roughly R$4,850 per month, with a one-bedroom rent near R$2,580. Overall the city is around average cost for Brazil. These are modelled estimates, not live quotes — verify locally.

What should I know about moving to Volta Redonda?

Plan for around-average living costs and check current rents before relocating. Volta Redonda is moderate for remote workers (63/100), based on connectivity, affordability and day-to-day amenities.

What is the job market like in Volta Redonda?

Volta Redonda's labour market is developing, with opportunities concentrated in tourism and hospitality, manufacturing and technology. Volta Redonda has a tourism-driven economy with strengths in manufacturing, energy and tourism.

Is Volta Redonda good for digital nomads and remote work?

Volta Redonda offers limited infrastructure and amenities for remote professionals, with a remote-work score of 57/100.

What are the education options in Volta Redonda?

Volta Redonda is a developing education base with a mix of universities and research activity in our dataset, spanning fields such as Law, Economics and Finance.

Is Volta Redonda a good place to study?

Volta Redonda offers a moderate student environment, supported by relatively affordable living.

What is healthcare like in Volta Redonda?

Volta Redonda has a developing healthcare market, supported by hospitals, specialist services, and public-health infrastructure, with a healthcare score of 51/100. Residents have solid access to healthcare across primary, specialist, and emergency care.

Is Volta Redonda a good place to retire?

Volta Redonda offers a combination of healthcare access, safety, and amenities that may appeal to retirees, with a retirement score of 61/100. Residents benefit from parks and green space and walkable streets and day-to-day services.

What is the climate like in Volta Redonda?

Volta Redonda has a tropical climate, averaging about 23.6°C annually with roughly 1501 mm of rain. The hottest month is Jan and the coldest Jul. The driest is typically Aug.

Is Volta Redonda a safe place to live?

Volta Redonda scores below average for safety in our index (49/100); research neighborhoods and take standard precautions.

How easy is it to get around Volta Redonda?

Volta Redonda indexes a walkability score of 69 and a cycling score of 55 out of 100. Check the local operator for live transit routes and fares.

What nature and outdoor places are near Volta Redonda?

Nature destinations within about 170 km of Volta Redonda include Serra das Araras, Pico das Agulhas Negras and Mantiqueira Mountains. Each is linked with its official source on the profile.

Is Volta Redonda good for families?

Volta Redonda scores moderate for family living (62/100), helped by parks and green space.

What outdoor activities are there around Volta Redonda?

Volta Redonda rates 60/100 for outdoor lifestyle and 93/100 for green space. Nearby nature such as Serra das Araras, Pico das Agulhas Negras and Mantiqueira Mountains supports day hikes, water activities and weekend trips.

Interpretation

Use the Volta Redonda profile to compare affordability, livability, and economic indicators against other indexed cities in Brazil and across South America, and to explore nearby nature and weekend destinations. Its standout dimensions are safety (69/100) and internet speed (69/100). The area most worth watching is cost of living (60/100), where the model registers practical gaps. Data year 2025; last updated 2026-05-16. Drawn from 4 institutional references.

Country context is available on the Brazil country page. Related rankings include Overall Intelligence, Quality of Life, Remote Work. See where Volta Redonda appears in global rankings or read the scoring methodology.

Structured indicators on this page are directional and intended for orientation. Verified datasets are being integrated; official sources should be used for critical decisions.

Sources

4 institutional references inform this view, listed below with reliability notes. Structured indicators on this page are directional and intended for orientation; verified datasets are being integrated and official sources should be used for critical decisions.