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Alcorcón vs Madrid

Spain vs Spain · 13 km apart

Alcorcón

Spain

€743 ($808)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Madrid

Spain

€990 ($1,076)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseAlcorcónMadridCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$7.80$10.14Alcorcón
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$31.20$40.56Alcorcón
Cappuccino$2.34$3.04Alcorcón
Monthly groceries (single person)$177$230Alcorcón
Monthly public transport pass$28.60$37.18Alcorcón
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$75.40$98.02Alcorcón
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$21.84$28.39Alcorcón
Fitness club membership$21.84$28.39Alcorcón
Cinema ticket$5.72$7.44Alcorcón
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$414$575Alcorcón
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$288$400Alcorcón
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$864$1,199Alcorcón
Total single-person budget$808$1,076Alcorcón
Average net salary$2,200$2,860

Verdict

Alcorcón is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Alcorcón runs about $808 versus $1,076 in Madrid — a difference of roughly 33%.

Salary-adjusted, Madrid leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Alcorcón  ·  Full cost of living in Madrid

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alcorcón cheaper than Madrid?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $808 per month in Alcorcón versus $1,076 in Madrid — about 33% less.
How far is Alcorcón from Madrid?
The straight-line distance between Alcorcón and Madrid is approximately 13 km (8 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Alcorcón or Madrid?
The estimated average net salary is $2,200 in Alcorcón and $2,860 in Madrid. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,392 in Alcorcón versus $1,784 in Madrid per month.