Spain
Cost of Living in San Sebastian
Monthly Total
$2,553
$44,678
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,120
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
$1,120
$19,600
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$157
$2,748
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$142
$2,485
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$252
$4,410
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$360
$6,300
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$261
$4,568
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$217
$3,798
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$44
$770
Monthly Total
$2,553
$44,678
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