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Valencia vs Madrid

Spain vs Spain · 303 km apart

Valencia

Spain

€857 ($932)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Madrid

Spain

€990 ($1,076)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Valencia is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Valencia runs about $932 versus $1,076 in Madrid — a difference of roughly 15%.

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 Valencia  ·  Full cost of living in Madrid

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Valencia cheaper than Madrid?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $932 per month in Valencia versus $1,076 in Madrid — about 15% less.
How far is Valencia from Madrid?
The straight-line distance between Valencia and Madrid is approximately 303 km (188 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Valencia or Madrid?
The estimated average net salary is $2,508 in Valencia and $2,860 in Madrid. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,576 in Valencia versus $1,784 in Madrid per month.