Barcelona vs Azores

Cost of living comparison for expats considering Barcelona or Azores, Mexico.

Based on a typical expat lifestyle

Azores is 51% cheaper than Barcelona

Monthly savings

$1,622

Spain

Barcelona

$3,202

$56,035

Portugal

Azores

$1,580

$27,650

Cheaper option

Category Breakdown

Category
Barcelona
Azores
Difference

Housing (Rent)

$1,834
$862
-53%

Utilities

$170
$133
-22%

Groceries

$245
$175
-29%

Dining Out

$192
$108
-44%

Transportation

$360
$0
-100%

Lifestyle & Entertainment

$291
$215
-26%

Healthcare

$60
$38
-37%

Phone & Subscriptions

$50
$48
-4%
Monthly Total
$3,202
$1,580
-51%

Based on a typical expat lifestyle: 1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment, basic health insurance.

City Insights

Barcelona

Budget €5,000-6,000 upfront for deposit, first month, and agency fees. Eixample, Gràcia, and Poblenou are popular expat neighborhoods. Monthly budget: Frugal single $1,700-2,000, Comfortable single $2,600-3,100, Couple $3,800-4,500.

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