Spain
Cost of Living in Santander
Monthly Total
$2,119
$37,083
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$626
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$50
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
$626
$10,955
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$213
$3,728
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$139
$2,433
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$204
$3,570
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$510
$8,925
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$230
$4,025
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$160
$2,800
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$38
$665
Monthly Total
$2,119
$37,083
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