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Guadalajara vs Bilbao

Spain vs Spain · 293 km apart

Guadalajara

Spain

€743 ($808)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Bilbao

Spain

€792 ($861)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseGuadalajaraBilbaoCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$7.80$8.27Guadalajara
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$31.20$33.07Guadalajara
Cappuccino$2.34$2.48Guadalajara
Monthly groceries (single person)$177$187Guadalajara
Monthly public transport pass$28.60$30.32Guadalajara
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$75.40$79.92Guadalajara
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$21.84$23.15Guadalajara
Fitness club membership$21.84$23.15Guadalajara
Cinema ticket$5.72$6.06Guadalajara
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$414$445Guadalajara
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$288$310Guadalajara
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$864$929Guadalajara
Total single-person budget$808$861Guadalajara
Average net salary$2,200$2,332

Verdict

Guadalajara is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Guadalajara runs about $808 versus $861 in Bilbao — a difference of roughly 7%.

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 Guadalajara  ·  Full cost of living in Bilbao

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Guadalajara cheaper than Bilbao?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $808 per month in Guadalajara versus $861 in Bilbao — about 7% less.
How far is Guadalajara from Bilbao?
The straight-line distance between Guadalajara and Bilbao is approximately 293 km (182 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Guadalajara or Bilbao?
The estimated average net salary is $2,200 in Guadalajara and $2,332 in Bilbao. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,392 in Guadalajara versus $1,471 in Bilbao per month.