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Pamplona vs Madrid

Spain vs Spain · 317 km apart

Pamplona

Spain

€743 ($808)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Madrid

Spain

€990 ($1,076)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpensePamplonaMadridCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$7.80$10.14Pamplona
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$31.20$40.56Pamplona
Cappuccino$2.34$3.04Pamplona
Monthly groceries (single person)$177$230Pamplona
Monthly public transport pass$28.60$37.18Pamplona
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$75.40$98.02Pamplona
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$21.84$28.39Pamplona
Fitness club membership$21.84$28.39Pamplona
Cinema ticket$5.72$7.44Pamplona
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$414$575Pamplona
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$288$400Pamplona
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$864$1,199Pamplona
Total single-person budget$808$1,076Pamplona
Average net salary$2,200$2,860

Verdict

Pamplona is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Pamplona runs about $808 versus $1,076 in Madrid — a difference of roughly 33%.

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 Pamplona  ·  Full cost of living in Madrid

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pamplona cheaper than Madrid?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $808 per month in Pamplona versus $1,076 in Madrid — about 33% less.
How far is Pamplona from Madrid?
The straight-line distance between Pamplona and Madrid is approximately 317 km (197 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Pamplona or Madrid?
The estimated average net salary is $2,200 in Pamplona and $2,860 in Madrid. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,392 in Pamplona versus $1,784 in Madrid per month.