How much money is needed to live comfortably in Spain?

Okay, so, how much moolah do you actually need to live comfortably in Spain? That’s the big question, isn’t it? It’s the thing that keeps you up at night, dreaming of paella and sunshine, but also wondering if you can really afford it.

Well, here’s the skinny, based on what I’ve heard, and honestly, it really depends on where you’re thinking of plopping down.

The Real Deal on Living Comfortably in Spain:

Listen, “comfortable” is subjective, right? What’s comfy for one person might be ramen noodles every night for another! But, let’s break it down:

• Living the Simple Life (Smaller towns & rural spots): You could probably swing it on around €1,500 a month. BUT, and this is a big but… you’re gonna need to be pretty good at budgeting. I’m talking knowing where every euro goes, maybe even learning to haggle at the local market… something I’m terrible at, by the way. Remember my trip to that cute village near Valencia? I ended up paying way too much for some oranges because I didn’t want to offend the vendor! Still, it’s do-able if you’re smart.

• Big City Living (Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, etc.): Ah, the bright lights! For a life with a bit more breathing room – you know, being able to go out to eat without panicking about the bill, maybe even catch a show – you’re probably looking at more like €2,500 a month. Or more! Especially if you’re like me and enjoy a nice glass of wine with dinner. Can you really put a price on that, though? I don’t think so.

So, yeah, that’s the general idea. Of course, there are a million things that can change these numbers. Your lifestyle, your taste in apartments (that charming little balcony is gonna cost you!), your hobbies… But hopefully, this gives you a starting point to start planning your Spanish adventure! Good luck! Do you think you could actually live on just €1500?