Murcia, Spain, Spain — cost of living
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About Murcia, Spain

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$590
Family of 4 / mo
$1,509
Avg salary (after tax)
$1,809

Murcia is a beautiful city in southern Spain , known for its rich history and vibrant culture. It is the capital of the Murcia region and is famous for its stunning baroque architecture, especially the impressive Cathedral of Murcia, which has a tall bell tower that you can see from many parts of the city. The streets are filled with lovely plazas, where locals gather to enjoy tapas and drinks in the warm sunshine.

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

  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $87.59
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $95.03
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $91.44
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $38.01

Financial

  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $1,684
  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $2.35

Food - Beverages

  • CappuccinoUSD $2.31
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $2.64
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $2.64
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.89
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.17

Food - Dining

  • Fast Food ComboUSD $9.26
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $59.5
  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $13.89

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $13.74
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $1.58
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.93
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.35
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $2.27
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.35
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.68
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.43
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.68
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $7.93
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $7.38
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.24
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $2.68
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.35
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.17
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $11.25
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $7.74

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $248.11
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $804.27
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $594.94
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $991.56
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $771.22
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $202.74

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $43.62
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $8.26
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $9.32
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $484.76
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $6,610

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $4.22
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $3.97
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $30,408
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $29.68
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $33.06
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $27,433
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $1.85

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $43.77
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $162.1

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.