Spain vs Spain · 36 km apart
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| Expense | Ermúa | Bilbao | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $7.02 | $8.27 | Ermúa |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $28.08 | $33.07 | Ermúa |
| Cappuccino | $2.11 | $2.48 | Ermúa |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $159 | $187 | Ermúa |
| Monthly public transport pass | $25.74 | $30.32 | Ermúa |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $67.86 | $79.92 | Ermúa |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $19.66 | $23.15 | Ermúa |
| Fitness club membership | $19.66 | $23.15 | Ermúa |
| Cinema ticket | $5.15 | $6.06 | Ermúa |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $363 | $445 | Ermúa |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $252 | $310 | Ermúa |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $757 | $929 | Ermúa |
| Total single-person budget | $720 | $861 | Ermúa |
| Average net salary | $1,980 | $2,332 |
Ermúa is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ermúa runs about $720 versus $861 in Bilbao — a difference of roughly 20%.
Salary-adjusted, Bilbao 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 Ermúa · Full cost of living in Bilbao