🇪🇸 Cost of Living in Spain
7 cities, ranked from wallet-friendly to wallet-hostile
Median monthly budget · single · city center
$2,157/mo
Across 7 cities we track
Couple
$2,802
Family of 4
$5,810
City-by-city damage report
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Median across 7 cities
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Median prices across 7 cities
Getting around — or trying to
Median prices across 7 cities
Spain vs. the neighbors
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Spain?▼
Across 7 cities, a single person spends a median of $2,157/month including rent. Seville is the cheapest at $1,626/mo, while Barcelona runs $2,512/mo.
What is the average rent in Spain?▼
Median rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city center is $1,392/month across 7 cities we track.
What is the average salary in Spain?▼
The median monthly net salary (after tax) across 7 cities is about $2,070, based on Numbeo data.
What is the cheapest city in Spain?▼
Seville is the most affordable at $1,626/month for a single person. Barcelona is the most expensive at $2,512/month.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.