Cost of Living in Zaragoza, Spain

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Housing:€600•Utilities:€175•Transport:€42See full breakdown
🏛️About Zaragoza

Zaragoza, Spain's fifth-largest city, offers urban amenities at affordable prices. Located between Madrid and Barcelona, it provides excellent value with good transport connections.

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Neighborhoods

Centro
€€€
Delicias
€€
San José
€€
Torrero
€€
Oliver
€
Outskirts
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Money-saving tips

Use the Zaragoza transport card for €32 monthly unlimited travel

Shop at local markets like Mercado Central for fresh, affordable produce

Take advantage of free cultural events and festivals throughout the year

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Rent overview

Zaragoza city center studios average €450-650, with 1-bedroom apartments ranging €600-900. The city offers excellent value for urban living.

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Best for

Young professionals seeking affordable urban lifestyle

Families wanting good schools and amenities at reasonable costs

Students and researchers at the University of Zaragoza

Zaragoza is about 35% cheaper than Barcelona overall. Biggest deltas: housing, transport, utilities.

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Last updated: Apr 2025 • Sources: INE, municipal transport, listings

Monthly Expenses in Zaragoza

€1,578

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* These monthly expenses estimates are based on city averages and may vary for a single person or family based on lifestyle choices, housing location preferences (city center vs outskirts), and market conditions. Use this as a general guide for budget planning.

Housing & Living Costs Distribution

Monthly Living Costs Breakdown

Detailed Monthly Costs in Zaragoza

Housing, Utilities, Transportation, Food, Entertainment & More

CategoryZaragozaBarcelonaDifference%
Housing€600€1,307€707-54.1%
Utilities€175€215€40-18.6%
Transportation€42€40€25.0%
Dining€150€190€40-21.1%
Entertainment€74€105€32-30.0%
Shopping€225€225€00.0%
Groceries€200€242€42-17.2%
Healthcare€0€0€00.0%
Total€1,578€2,437€858-35.2%
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Rent by Location & Size

LocationStudio1-Bed3-Bed
City Center€500€600€1,000
Outside Center€350€500€800

Tip: City center rent in Zaragoza is typically 20% higher than outside center.

Quality of Life & Living Standards

Economic Conditions
7189
18.0 points higher in Zaragoza
Work
9690
6.0 points higher in Barcelona
Health
5860
2.0 points higher in Zaragoza
Education & Skills
5563
8.0 points higher in Zaragoza
Leisure & Recreation
1587
72.0 points higher in Zaragoza
Safety & Security
3790
53.0 points higher in Zaragoza
Trust in Institutions
4453
9.0 points higher in Zaragoza
Environment
5472
18.0 points higher in Zaragoza
Life Satisfaction
7885
7.0 points higher in Zaragoza

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Key Takeaways

  • Monthly Budget: €1,578 for a single person in Zaragoza
  • Housing Share: 38% of total expenses, making it the largest cost category
  • Transportation: €42 monthly for public transport
  • Quality of Life Score: 77/100 overall
  • Cost Comparison: Zaragoza is cheaper than Barcelona by €858 (35%)

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