Bilbao, Spain

In 2026, a single person living in Bilbao needs approximately EUR 1,748/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 3,280/month. Bilbao is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Bilbao costs approximately EUR 1,105/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 1,947/month. Rent has changed +2.2% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Bilbao are approximately EUR 363 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Bilbao costs EUR 58 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Bilbao average EUR 121 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Bilbao is located in Spain (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,105/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,748/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Bilbao costs approximately EUR 13 in 2026. Budget around EUR 101/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 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,748/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,105), groceries (EUR 363), transport (EUR 58), utilities (EUR 121) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 3,280/month.