Palma de Mallorca vs Alicante
Cost of living comparison for expats considering Palma de Mallorca or Alicante, Mexico.
Based on a typical expat lifestyle
Alicante is 28% cheaper than Palma de Mallorca
Monthly savings
$830
Spain
Palma de Mallorca
$2,956
$51,730
Spain
Alicante
$2,126
$37,205
Cheaper option
Category Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
Utilities
Groceries
Dining Out
Transportation
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Healthcare
Phone & Subscriptions
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
Palma de Mallorca
Santa Catalina, La Lonja, and Son Vida are popular areas. Expect to pay 20-30% more than mainland for similar quality. Monthly budget: Frugal single $2,000-2,300, Comfortable single $2,600-3,100, Couple $3,500-4,200.
Alicante
El Centro, Playa San Juan, and Cabo de las Huertas popular neighborhoods. Monthly budget: Frugal single $1,400-1,600, Comfortable single $1,800-2,100, Couple $2,500-3,000.
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