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🏠 Housing & Rent
As of April 2025, Spain continues to experience increasing living costs, with housing being one of the most significant contributors.
- Average Rent (Nationwide): €14.61 per m²/month
- Madrid (1-bed apartment): €1,370/month
- Barcelona (1-bed apartment): €1,293/month
- National average (1-bed apartment): €917/month
📊 Rental prices are up 10.3% YoY, driven by strong demand and limited housing supply.
🛒 Monthly Living Costs (Individual)
| Expense Category | Estimated Monthly Cost (€) |
|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | €348 |
| Food & Drink | €179 |
| Transport | €127 |
| Healthcare | €42 |
| Leisure & Culture | €55 |
| Total | €1,093 |
💡 This breakdown represents urban averages (e.g. Madrid/Barcelona). Rural areas may cost 20–30% less.
💸 Inflation & Salaries
- Inflation Rate (April 2025): 2.2% (aligned with EU Central Bank target)
- Core Inflation (excl. food & energy): 2.0%
- Average Net Monthly Salary: €2,048
📈 Inflation has moderated in 2025, but cost of living continues to climb due to rising rents and food prices.
🧭 Key Takeaways
- Rent in major cities continues to rise sharply, particularly in coastal and tourist-heavy areas.
- The average single person needs around €1,100/month to cover basic living expenses.
- Despite wage growth, affordability is strained in metro areas like Barcelona and Madrid.
📝 Sources
- Indomio.es – Rental Trends Report
- Numbeo – Cost of Living in Spain
- TradingEconomics – Spain Inflation
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