Bilbao, Spain
Cost of living · 2025 · Europe · Rent +3% vs 2024
Rent trend in Bilbao (2022–2026)
Cost breakdown in Bilbao (2025)
Estimated monthly budget in Bilbao
Based on 2025 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of living in Bilbao in 2025?
In 2025, a single person living in Bilbao needs approximately EUR 1,711/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 3,209/month. Bilbao is considered a mid-range city by global standards.
How much is rent in Bilbao in 2025?
A 1-bedroom apartment in Bilbao costs approximately EUR 1,082/month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 1,906/month. Rent has changed +3% vs 2024.
How much do groceries cost in Bilbao?
Monthly grocery costs for one person in Bilbao are approximately EUR 355 in 2025. 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 57 in 2025, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.
How much are utilities in Bilbao?
Monthly utility costs in Bilbao average EUR 118 in 2025, 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 1,082/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,711/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 2025. Budget around EUR 99/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 2025, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,711/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,082), groceries (EUR 355), transport (EUR 57), utilities (EUR 118) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 3,209/month.