
🇪🇸Cost of Living in Spain
Compare the cost of living across 5 cities in Spain.

Barcelona
A Mediterranean gem blending Gaudí's architecture, beach life, and a vibrant food culture. More affordable than northern European capitals, though rents have surged due to tourism and remote workers.
Cost Index
58
Monthly Cost
$2,700

Madrid
Spain's capital offers a lively social scene, excellent public transit, and world-renowned museums. It is more affordable than Barcelona for housing while providing a similar Mediterranean lifestyle.
Cost Index
55
Monthly Cost
$2,600

Malaga
Malaga is a sun-drenched coastal city on Spain's Costa del Sol, birthplace of Picasso, and a rapidly growing tech hub attracting digital nomads and remote workers. It combines affordable Mediterranean living with excellent beaches, a revitalized cultural scene, and over 300 days of sunshine per year.
Cost Index
50
Monthly Cost
$1,350

Seville
Seville is the capital of Andalusia, famous for its flamenco heritage, stunning Moorish architecture, and the magnificent Alcazar palace. It offers one of the most affordable lifestyles among major Spanish cities with hot summers and a passionate cultural scene.
Cost Index
48
Monthly Cost
$1,300

Valencia
Valencia is Spain's third-largest city, renowned for its futuristic City of Arts and Sciences, beautiful beaches, and being the birthplace of paella. It offers an exceptional quality of life with warm Mediterranean weather and significantly lower costs than Barcelona or Madrid.
Cost Index
52
Monthly Cost
$1,450