Alicante, Spain, Spain — cost of living
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About Alicante, Spain

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$604
Family of 4 / mo
$1,545
Avg salary (after tax)
$2,075

Alicante is a beautiful city located on the southeastern coast of Spain , along the Mediterranean Sea. It is known for its stunning beaches, warm weather, and vibrant atmosphere. The city has a rich history, with influences from the Romans and Moors, which can be seen in its architecture and old town, called El Barrio.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Alicante· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $93.37
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $109.36
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $29.3
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $90.06

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $1.18
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $1,932

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.84
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $3.97
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $3.97
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.16
  • CappuccinoUSD $2.15

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $15.87
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $52.89
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $10.58

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $13.35
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $2.07
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.16
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.38
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $2.18
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.58
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.54
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.23
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.6
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $4.97
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $6.61
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $8.15
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $13.44
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.44
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.49
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3.51
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.16

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $264.07
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $806.47
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $614.77
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,190
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $947.49
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $210.83

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $51.22
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $11.74
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $10.22
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $462.73
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $8,580

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $2.6
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $5.09
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $26,442
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $26.44
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $46.28
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $27,764
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $1.92

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $41.62
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $143.77

Costs reflect a typical lifestyle in each place, excluding rent unless stated. Numbers are a starting point — always cross-check before big decisions.

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How we calculate these numbers

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