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Cost of Living in Benalmadena
Monthly Total
$2,274
$39,795
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,055
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$41
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
$1,055
$18,463
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$162
$2,835
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$134
$2,345
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$180
$3,150
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$240
$4,200
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$261
$4,568
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$215
$3,763
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$28
$490
Monthly Total
$2,274
$39,795
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