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Gijón vs Barcelona

Spain vs Spain · 687 km apart

Gijón

Spain

€792 ($861)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Barcelona

Spain

€857 ($932)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseGijónBarcelonaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$8.27$8.89Gijón
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$33.07$35.57Gijón
Cappuccino$2.48$2.67Gijón
Monthly groceries (single person)$187$202Gijón
Monthly public transport pass$30.32$32.60Gijón
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$79.92$85.96Gijón
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$23.15$24.90Gijón
Fitness club membership$23.15$24.90Gijón
Cinema ticket$6.06$6.52Gijón
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$445$488Gijón
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$310$339Gijón
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$929$1,018Gijón
Total single-person budget$861$932Gijón
Average net salary$2,332$2,508

Verdict

Gijón is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Gijón runs about $861 versus $932 in Barcelona — a difference of roughly 8%.

Salary-adjusted, Barcelona 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 Gijón  ·  Full cost of living in Barcelona

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gijón cheaper than Barcelona?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $861 per month in Gijón versus $932 in Barcelona — about 8% less.
How far is Gijón from Barcelona?
The straight-line distance between Gijón and Barcelona is approximately 687 km (427 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Gijón or Barcelona?
The estimated average net salary is $2,332 in Gijón and $2,508 in Barcelona. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,471 in Gijón versus $1,576 in Barcelona per month.