Wikipedia · Alcalá de Henares
Alcala De Henares, Spain
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About Alcala De Henares, Spain
Costs exclude rentSingle / month
$602
Family of 4 / mo
$1,539
Avg salary (after tax)
$1,846
Alcalá de Henares is a charming city in Spain , famous for its rich history and beautiful architecture. Located just northeast of Madrid, it is best known as the birthplace of the famous writer Miguel de Cervantes, who wrote the classic novel "Don Quixote." The city has lovely streets lined with traditional Spanish buildings, and you can visit the impressive University of Alcalá, which dates back to the 15th century. The city also celebrates its cultural heritage with festivals and events throughout the year.
Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Alcalá de Henares· Updated May 22, 2026
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Fashion
- Men's Dress ShoesUSD $115.68
- Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $81.53
- Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $41.86
- Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $94.2
Financial
- Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $1.18
- Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $1,719
Food - Beverages
- Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $2.55
- Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $3.3
- Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $2.98
- Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.1
- CappuccinoUSD $1.99
Food - Dining
- Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $13.22
- Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $52.89
- Fast Food ComboUSD $10.58
Food - Grocery
- Beef Round (1 kg)USD $9.68
- Apples (1 kg)USD $2.11
- Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.18
- Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.83
- Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.88
- Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.44
- Onions (1 kg)USD $1.63
- Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.31
- Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.91
- Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $5.85
- Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $6.61
- Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $4.61
- Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $7.27
- Dozen EggsUSD $2.54
- White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.16
- Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $1.85
- Milk (1 litre)USD $1.12
Housing
- Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $276.35
- Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $881.38
- Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $661.04
- Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,454
- Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $925.46
- Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $225.18
Leisure
- Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $51.22
- Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $18.74
- Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $11.9
- Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $646.71
- Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $2,975
Transportation
- Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $2.24
- Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $4.62
- Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $19,170
- 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $26.44
- Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $63.46
- Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $18,509
- One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $3.3
Utilities (Monthly)
- Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $46.97
- Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $145.43