Madrid vs Azores

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

Based on a typical expat lifestyle

Azores is 48% cheaper than Madrid

Monthly savings

$1,478

Spain

Madrid

$3,058

$53,515

Portugal

Azores

$1,580

$27,650

Cheaper option

Category Breakdown

Category
Madrid
Azores
Difference

Housing (Rent)

$1,748
$862
-51%

Utilities

$170
$133
-22%

Groceries

$210
$175
-17%

Dining Out

$180
$108
-40%

Transportation

$360
$0
-100%

Lifestyle & Entertainment

$280
$215
-23%

Healthcare

$60
$38
-37%

Phone & Subscriptions

$50
$48
-4%
Monthly Total
$3,058
$1,580
-48%

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

Madrid

Budget €5,000-6,000 for initial setup (deposit + first month + agency fees). Shared apartments (€550-700/room) are popular with young expats. Monthly budget: Frugal single $1,500-1,800, Comfortable single $2,400-2,800, Couple $3,500-4,200.

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