Barcelona, Spain

In 2026, a single person living in Barcelona needs approximately EUR 2,220/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 4,170/month. Barcelona is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Barcelona costs approximately EUR 1,526/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 2,737/month. Rent has changed +2.2% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Barcelona are approximately EUR 389 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Barcelona costs EUR 60 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Barcelona average EUR 135 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Barcelona is located in Spain (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,526/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 2,220/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Barcelona costs approximately EUR 14 in 2026. Budget around EUR 109/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Barcelona from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 19.6% over this period (from EUR 1,276 in 2022 to EUR 1,526 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Barcelona in 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 2,220/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,526), groceries (EUR 389), transport (EUR 60), utilities (EUR 135) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 4,170/month.