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Cost of Living in Mijas

Mijas, Andalusia, Spain

▼ -13% vs Spain average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)€687 ($747)
Couple, monthly€1,239 ($1,347)
Family of four, monthly€1,622 ($1,763)

Estimated Prices in Mijas

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant€6.67 ($7.25)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range€26.69 ($29.02)per meal
Cappuccino€2.00 ($2.18)each
Monthly groceries (single person)€151 ($164)per month
Monthly public transport pass€24.47 ($26.60)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment€64.51 ($70.12)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)€18.69 ($20.31)per month
Fitness club membership€18.69 ($20.31)per month
Cinema ticket€4.89 ($5.32)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre€348 ($378)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre€242 ($263)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre€726 ($789)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Mijas is €1,882 ($2,046) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of €687 ($747) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly €893 ($971) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (€242 ($263)) represents about 35% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Mijas

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Benalmádena

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Arroyo de la Miel

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Alhaurín de la Torre

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Coín

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Cártama

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Torremolinos

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Other Major Cities in Spain

Madrid

Madrid · pop. 6,211,000

€990 ($1,076) / mo

Barcelona

Catalonia · pop. 4,800,000

€857 ($932) / mo

Valencia

Valencia · pop. 1,595,000

€857 ($932) / mo

Sevilla

Andalusia · pop. 1,100,000

€857 ($932) / mo

Bilbao

Basque Country · pop. 782,000

€792 ($861) / mo

Zaragoza

Aragon · pop. 736,649

€792 ($861) / mo

Murcia

Murcia · pop. 672,773

€792 ($861) / mo

Las Palmas

Canary Islands · pop. 635,000

€792 ($861) / mo

Living in Mijas

Mijas is one of the key cities in Spain. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is €687 ($747), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around €242 ($263) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to €1,622 ($1,763) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately €1,239 ($1,347) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Mijas is €1,882 ($2,046). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least €893 ($971) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mijas expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €687 ($747) per month in Mijas including rent outside the city centre. That is 13% less than the national average for Spain.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Mijas?
A net salary of around €893 ($971) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Mijas with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Mijas is €1,882 ($2,046).
How much is rent in Mijas?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated €348 ($378) per month in the city centre and €242 ($263) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about €726 ($789).
Is Mijas cheaper than Spain on average?
Yes — Mijas is estimated to be about 13% cheaper than the Spain average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Mijas?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €151 ($164) in Mijas. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €7 ($7) and a cappuccino runs around €2 ($2).
How do transport costs in Mijas compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Mijas is estimated at €24 ($27). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Mijas are estimates based on Spain national averages adjusted for city size. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.