Palma de Mallorca vs Atenas

Cost of living comparison for expats considering Palma de Mallorca or Atenas, Mexico.

Based on a typical expat lifestyle

Atenas is 47% cheaper than Palma de Mallorca

Monthly savings

$1,403

Spain

Palma de Mallorca

$2,956

$51,730

Costa Rica

Atenas

$1,553

$27,178

Cheaper option

Category Breakdown

Category
Palma de Mallorca
Atenas
Difference

Housing (Rent)

$1,593
$633
-60%

Utilities

$165
$121
-27%

Groceries

$245
$210
-14%

Dining Out

$192
$96
-50%

Transportation

$360
$150
-58%

Lifestyle & Entertainment

$291
$193
-34%

Healthcare

$60
$100
+67%

Phone & Subscriptions

$50
$50
Monthly Total
$2,956
$1,553
-47%

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.

Atenas

Small-town living with easy access to San José for shopping and healthcare. Farmers markets offer excellent local produce prices. Limited dining options but lower cost of living overall.

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