Barcelona, Spain, Spain — cost of living
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About Barcelona, Spain

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$773
Family of 4 / mo
$1,975
Avg salary (after tax)
$2,763

Barcelona is a beautiful city located in Spain , known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture. One of the most famous landmarks in the city is the Sagrada Família, a unique church designed by the architect Antoni Gaudí. Visitors can also stroll along Las Ramblas, a lively street filled with shops, restaurants, and street performers.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $147.51
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $94.27
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $41.77
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $100.42

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $2.35
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $2,572

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $2.59
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $4.83
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $3.97
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.74
  • CappuccinoUSD $3.19

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $17.13
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $72.71
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $12.11

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $15.01
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $2.62
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.29
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.35
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $2.46
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.68
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.91
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.33
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.03
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $6.61
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $6.61
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $8.99
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $15.6
  • Dozen EggsUSD $3.39
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.63
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3.26
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.36

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $572.12
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,296
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,043
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $2,247
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,706
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $360.22

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $53.19
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $30.87
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $11.9
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $682.69
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $15,308

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $4.26
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $3.97
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $31,730
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $31.67
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $52.89
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $32,242
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $3.18

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $50.81
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $222.34

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

When local data is missing (e.g. salary for a smaller city), we estimate from peer cities in the same country using a median ratio.

Full methodology, assumptions, and formulas live on our About page.