Bilbao, Spain

In 2023, a single person living in Bilbao needs approximately EUR 1,561/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 2,929/month. Bilbao is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Bilbao costs approximately EUR 987/month in 2023. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 1,739/month. Rent has changed +6.8% vs 2022.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Bilbao are approximately EUR 324 in 2023. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Bilbao costs EUR 52 in 2023, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Bilbao average EUR 108 in 2023, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Bilbao is located in Spain (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 987/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,561/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Bilbao costs approximately EUR 11 in 2023. Budget around EUR 90/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Bilbao from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 19.6% over this period (from EUR 924 in 2022 to EUR 1,105 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Bilbao in 2023, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,561/month. This covers rent (EUR 987), groceries (EUR 324), transport (EUR 52), utilities (EUR 108) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 2,929/month.