Spain vs Spain · 506 km apart
Spain
single / month
Cheaper overallSpain
single / month
| Expense | Barcelona | Madrid | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $8.89 | $10.14 | Barcelona |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $35.57 | $40.56 | Barcelona |
| Cappuccino | $2.67 | $3.04 | Barcelona |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $202 | $230 | Barcelona |
| Monthly public transport pass | $32.60 | $37.18 | Barcelona |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $85.96 | $98.02 | Barcelona |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $24.90 | $28.39 | Barcelona |
| Fitness club membership | $24.90 | $28.39 | Barcelona |
| Cinema ticket | $6.52 | $7.44 | Barcelona |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $488 | $575 | Barcelona |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $339 | $400 | Barcelona |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,018 | $1,199 | Barcelona |
| Total single-person budget | $932 | $1,076 | Barcelona |
| Average net salary | $2,508 | $2,860 |
Barcelona is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Barcelona runs about $932 versus $1,076 in Madrid — a difference of roughly 15%.
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 Barcelona · Full cost of living in Madrid