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Madrid vs Valencia

Spain vs Spain · 303 km apart

Madrid

Spain

€990 ($1,076)

single / month

VS

Valencia

Spain

€857 ($932)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseMadridValenciaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$10.14$8.89Valencia
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$40.56$35.57Valencia
Cappuccino$3.04$2.67Valencia
Monthly groceries (single person)$230$202Valencia
Monthly public transport pass$37.18$32.60Valencia
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$98.02$85.96Valencia
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$28.39$24.90Valencia
Fitness club membership$28.39$24.90Valencia
Cinema ticket$7.44$6.52Valencia
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$575$488Valencia
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$400$339Valencia
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,199$1,018Valencia
Total single-person budget$1,076$932Valencia
Average net salary$2,860$2,508

Verdict

Valencia is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Madrid runs about $1,076 versus $932 in Valencia — a difference of roughly 13%.

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 Madrid  ·  Full cost of living in Valencia

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Madrid cheaper than Valencia?
No. Madrid costs an estimated $1,076 per month for a single person, about 13% more than Valencia at $932.
How far is Madrid from Valencia?
The straight-line distance between Madrid and Valencia is approximately 303 km (188 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Madrid or Valencia?
The estimated average net salary is $2,860 in Madrid and $2,508 in Valencia. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,784 in Madrid versus $1,576 in Valencia per month.