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Cost of Living in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Monthly Total
$2,398
$41,965
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,059
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$45
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
$1,059
$18,533
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$154
$2,695
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$153
$2,678
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$228
$3,990
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$390
$6,825
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$226
$3,955
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$150
$2,625
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$38
$665
Monthly Total
$2,398
$41,965
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