Spain vs Spain · 206 km apart
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Cheaper overallSpain
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| Expense | Palma | Barcelona | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $8.27 | $8.89 | Palma |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $33.07 | $35.57 | Palma |
| Cappuccino | $2.48 | $2.67 | Palma |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $187 | $202 | Palma |
| Monthly public transport pass | $30.32 | $32.60 | Palma |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $79.92 | $85.96 | Palma |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $23.15 | $24.90 | Palma |
| Fitness club membership | $23.15 | $24.90 | Palma |
| Cinema ticket | $6.06 | $6.52 | Palma |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $445 | $488 | Palma |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $310 | $339 | Palma |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $929 | $1,018 | Palma |
| Total single-person budget | $861 | $932 | Palma |
| Average net salary | $2,332 | $2,508 |
Palma is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Palma 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 Palma · Full cost of living in Barcelona