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Granada vs Madrid

Spain vs Spain · 361 km apart

Granada

Spain

€792 ($861)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Madrid

Spain

€990 ($1,076)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseGranadaMadridCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$8.27$10.14Granada
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$33.07$40.56Granada
Cappuccino$2.48$3.04Granada
Monthly groceries (single person)$187$230Granada
Monthly public transport pass$30.32$37.18Granada
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$79.92$98.02Granada
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$23.15$28.39Granada
Fitness club membership$23.15$28.39Granada
Cinema ticket$6.06$7.44Granada
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$445$575Granada
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$310$400Granada
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$929$1,199Granada
Total single-person budget$861$1,076Granada
Average net salary$2,332$2,860

Verdict

Granada is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Granada runs about $861 versus $1,076 in Madrid — a difference of roughly 25%.

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 Granada  ·  Full cost of living in Madrid

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Granada cheaper than Madrid?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $861 per month in Granada versus $1,076 in Madrid — about 25% less.
How far is Granada from Madrid?
The straight-line distance between Granada and Madrid is approximately 361 km (224 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Granada or Madrid?
The estimated average net salary is $2,332 in Granada and $2,860 in Madrid. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,471 in Granada versus $1,784 in Madrid per month.