Elche, Spain, Spain — cost of living
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About Elche, Spain

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$553
Family of 4 / mo
$1,413
Avg salary (after tax)
$2,010

Elche is a charming city located in the sunny region of Alicante, Spain . Known for its rich history and beautiful landscapes, Elche is famous for its stunning palm groves, which are a UNESCO World Heritage site. The city has a delightful mix of old and new, with ancient buildings like the impressive Basilica of Santa Maria and modern shopping areas.

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 $93.37
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $105.76
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $29.75
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $85.94

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $1.18
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $1,871

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.99
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $3.3
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $3.14
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.54
  • CappuccinoUSD $1.98

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $13.22
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $36.36
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $9.91

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $13.35
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $2.07
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.99
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.38
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $2.02
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.58
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.54
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.2
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.6
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $4.97
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $6.61
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $7.38
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $7.91
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.44
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.22
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $2.62
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.16

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $429.88
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $661.04
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $528.83
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,454
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,124
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $147.39

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $51.22
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $11.9
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $10.24
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $308.48
  • 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 $2.64
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $22,475
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $17.85
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $39.67
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $22,475
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $1.92

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $52.89
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $143.77

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How we calculate these numbers

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