Spain
Cost of Living in Bilbao
Monthly Total
$2,472
$43,260
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,162
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$44
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
$1,162
$20,335
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$162
$2,835
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$126
$2,205
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$228
$3,990
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$330
$5,775
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$243
$4,253
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$184
$3,220
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$37
$648
Monthly Total
$2,472
$43,260
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