Spain
Cost of Living in Barcelona
Monthly Total
$2,852
$49,910
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,427
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$48
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,427
$24,973
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$201
$3,518
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$145
$2,538
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$216
$3,780
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$390
$6,825
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$248
$4,340
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$191
$3,343
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$34
$595
Monthly Total
$2,852
$49,910
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