🇪🇸 Cost of Living in Madrid
How much you'll actually spend — not what travel blogs tell you
Monthly budget · Single · city center
$2,333/mo
Just you and your questionable life decisions
The real monthly damage
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD unless toggled.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Getting around — or trying to
30-day trial run
What a month-long scouting trip costs before you commit to anything permanent.
Madrid vs. similar cities
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Madrid?▼
A single person can expect to spend about $2,333/month in Madrid, including rent in the city center, groceries, transport, and utilities. Couples need roughly $2,924/month.
What is the average salary in Madrid?▼
The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Madrid is about $2,620, according to Numbeo data.
Is Madrid expensive compared to other cities?▼
Compared to similar cities: Moscow ($2,220/mo), The Hague ($2,477/mo), Berlin ($2,621/mo), Valencia ($2,219/mo), Paris ($2,558/mo). Madrid comes in at $2,333/mo for a single person.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.