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| Expense | Mijas | Madrid | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $7.25 | $10.14 | Mijas |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $29.02 | $40.56 | Mijas |
| Cappuccino | $2.18 | $3.04 | Mijas |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $164 | $230 | Mijas |
| Monthly public transport pass | $26.60 | $37.18 | Mijas |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $70.12 | $98.02 | Mijas |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $20.31 | $28.39 | Mijas |
| Fitness club membership | $20.31 | $28.39 | Mijas |
| Cinema ticket | $5.32 | $7.44 | Mijas |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $378 | $575 | Mijas |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $263 | $400 | Mijas |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $789 | $1,199 | Mijas |
| Total single-person budget | $747 | $1,076 | Mijas |
| Average net salary | $2,046 | $2,860 |
Mijas is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Mijas runs about $747 versus $1,076 in Madrid — a difference of roughly 44%.
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 Mijas · Full cost of living in Madrid