Cost of Living in Valencia
Spain • Pop: 0.8M
Valencia offers one of Europe's best quality of life to cost ratios.
Very affordableBeach lifestyleGreat weatherPaella origin
Cost
Index
Index
58
Rent
Index
Index
42
Avg Net Salary
$1,634/mo
Cost Breakdown vs NYC (Index 100)
Overall Cost
58
42% cheaperRent
42
58% cheaperGroceries
68
32% cheaperRestaurants
58
42% cheaperTransport
70
30% cheaperUtilities
78
22% cheaperSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Valencia to match a NYC salary
| NYC Salary | Equivalent in Valencia | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $29,000 | Save $21,000 |
| $75,000 | $43,500 | Save $31,500 |
| $100,000 | $58,000 | Save $42,000 |
| $125,000 | $72,500 | Save $52,500 |
| $150,000 | $87,000 | Save $63,000 |
| $200,000 | $116,000 | Save $84,000 |
Living in Valencia: What to Expect
Valencia has a cost of living index of 58, meaning it is 42% cheaper than NYC in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Valencia is approximately €1,900 ($1,634 when converted to USD).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 42
- Groceries: Index of 68
- Restaurants: Index of 58
- Transport: Index of 70
- Utilities: Index of 78
Key highlights: Very affordable, Beach lifestyle, Great weather, Paella origin.
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