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Bilbao, Spain

Cost of living · 2024 · Europe · Rent +6.4% vs 2023

1-Bed Rent EUR 1,050 per month
3-Bed Rent EUR 1,850 per month
Groceries EUR 345 per month
Transport Pass EUR 55 per month
Utilities EUR 115 per month
Restaurant Meal EUR 12 per person

Rent trend in Bilbao (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Bilbao (2024)

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Estimated monthly budget in Bilbao

Based on 2024 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
EUR 1,661
🏠 Rent EUR 1,050
🛒 Groceries EUR 345
🚌 Transport EUR 55
💡 Utilities EUR 115
🍽️ Dining out EUR 96
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Family (3–4 people)
EUR 3,116
🏠 Rent 3-bed EUR 1,850
🛒 Groceries EUR 863
🚌 Transport ×2 EUR 110
💡 Utilities EUR 150
🍽️ Dining out EUR 144

Cost comparison — cities in Spain (2024)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Bilbao
Bilbao EUR 1,050 EUR 345 EUR 55 EUR 115
Barcelona EUR 1,450 EUR 370 EUR 57 EUR 128 +38.1%
Madrid EUR 1,250 EUR 360 EUR 57 EUR 125 +19%
Seville EUR 900 EUR 330 EUR 50 EUR 108 -14.3%
Valencia EUR 950 EUR 340 EUR 40 EUR 110 -9.5%

Other Europe cities (2024)

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Bilbao in 2024?

In 2024, a single person living in Bilbao needs approximately EUR 1,661/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 3,116/month. Bilbao is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

How much is rent in Bilbao in 2024?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Bilbao costs approximately EUR 1,050/month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 1,850/month. Rent has changed +6.4% vs 2023.

How much do groceries cost in Bilbao?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Bilbao are approximately EUR 345 in 2024. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in Bilbao?

A monthly public transport pass in Bilbao costs EUR 55 in 2024, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Bilbao?

Monthly utility costs in Bilbao average EUR 115 in 2024, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is Bilbao expensive to live in?

Bilbao is located in Spain (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,050/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,661/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Bilbao?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Bilbao costs approximately EUR 12 in 2024. Budget around EUR 96/month if dining out a few times a week.

How have living costs in Bilbao changed over time?

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.

What is the monthly budget needed to live comfortably in Bilbao?

To live comfortably in Bilbao in 2024, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,661/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,050), groceries (EUR 345), transport (EUR 55), utilities (EUR 115) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 3,116/month.

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