Marbella, Spain, Spain — cost of living
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Marbella, Spain

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About Marbella, Spain

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$792
Family of 4 / mo
$2,025
Avg salary (after tax)
$2,367

Marbella is a beautiful city located on the southern coast of Spain , in the region of Andalusia. Known for its stunning beaches and warm weather, it attracts many tourists each year. The city has a charming old town with narrow streets, whitewashed buildings, and lovely squares filled with flowers.

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

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $125.59
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $105.76
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $51.22
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $106.88

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $2.35
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $2,203

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $3.38
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $4.62
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $4.62
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.92
  • CappuccinoUSD $3.63

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $17.85
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $118.98
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $10.58

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $9.09
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $3.07
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.46
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.66
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $3.01
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $2.29
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.6
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.09
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.84
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $5.95
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $6.61
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $7.77
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $12.96
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.45
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.71
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $2.24
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.45

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $573.18
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,058
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $859.36
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $2,115
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,587
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $364.38

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $65.61
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $34.7
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $11.31
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $502.38
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $16,306

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $2.61
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $4.2
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $31,069
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $26.17
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $48.08
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $33,713
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $1.66

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $39.52
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $156.58

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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