Spain vs Spain · 17 km apart
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Cheaper overallSpain
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| Expense | Rubí | Barcelona | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $7.80 | $8.89 | Rubí |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $31.20 | $35.57 | Rubí |
| Cappuccino | $2.34 | $2.67 | Rubí |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $177 | $202 | Rubí |
| Monthly public transport pass | $28.60 | $32.60 | Rubí |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $75.40 | $85.96 | Rubí |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $21.84 | $24.90 | Rubí |
| Fitness club membership | $21.84 | $24.90 | Rubí |
| Cinema ticket | $5.72 | $6.52 | Rubí |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $414 | $488 | Rubí |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $288 | $339 | Rubí |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $864 | $1,018 | Rubí |
| Total single-person budget | $808 | $932 | Rubí |
| Average net salary | $2,200 | $2,508 |
Rubí is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Rubí runs about $808 versus $932 in Barcelona — a difference of roughly 15%.
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 Rubí · Full cost of living in Barcelona