Cost of Living & Prices:
Spain vs. China
Compare the cost of living and prices of goods and services, such as consumer goods prices, housing costs, average wages and more, to learn about differences and similarities between countries.
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Grocery
Spain vs. China - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.01 times less for grocery shopping in Spain than in China.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 2.26 USD in Spain and 2.16 USD in China. The price of this product is 4.4% lower in China.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 1.98 USD in Spain and 1.48 USD in China. The price of this product is 25.3% lower in China.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 12.79 USD in Spain and 12.51 USD in China. The price of this product is 2.2% lower in China.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 5.87 USD in Spain and 13.8 USD in China. The price of this product is 57.5% lower in Spain.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 7.75 USD in Spain and 4.63 USD in China. The price of this product is 40.3% lower in China.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 5.34 USD in Spain and 3.45 USD in China. The price of this product is 35.4% lower in China.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 1.04 USD in Spain and 0.88 USD in China. The price of this product is 15.4% lower in China.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 2.49 USD for 12 eggs in Spain and 2.16 USD in China. The price of this product is 13.3% lower in China.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 1.59 USD in Spain and 1.91 USD in China. The price of this product is 16.8% lower in Spain.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 16.48 USD in Spain and 12.36 USD in China. The price of this product is 25% lower in China.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 1.11 USD in Spain and 0.83 USD in China. The price of this product is 25.2% lower in China.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.2 USD in Spain and 2.47 USD in China. The price of this product is 51.4% lower in Spain.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 11.13 USD in Spain and 16.57 USD in China. The price of this product is 32.8% lower in Spain.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 0.94 USD in Spain and 2.7 USD in China. The price of this product is 65.2% lower in Spain.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 1.41 USD in Spain and 1.04 USD in China. The price of this product is 26.2% lower in China.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 1.85 USD in Spain and 1.97 USD in China. The price of this product is 6.1% lower in Spain.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 1.33 USD in Spain and 0.83 USD in China. The price of this product is 37.6% lower in China.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 1.31 USD in Spain and 1.18 USD in China. The price of this product is 9.9% lower in China.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 10.98 USD in Spain and 7.5 USD in China. The price of this product is 31.7% lower in China.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 2.05 USD in Spain and 1.42 USD in China. The price of this product is 30.7% lower in China.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.72 USD in Spain and 0.62 USD in China. The price of this product is 13.9% lower in China.
Restaurant
Spain vs. China - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 1.42 times more for meals in restaurants in Spain than in China.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 2.23 USD in Spain and 3.82 USD in China. The price of this product is 41.6% lower in Spain.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 2.47 USD in Spain and 0.52 USD in China. The price of this product is 78.9% lower in China.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 3.67 USD in Spain and 1.38 USD in China. The price of this product is 62.4% lower in China.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 3.67 USD in Spain and 4.14 USD in China. The price of this product is 11.4% lower in Spain.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 8.38 USD in Spain and 5.52 USD in China. The price of this product is 34.1% lower in China.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 52.37 USD in Spain and 40.02 USD in China. The price of this product is 23.6% lower in China.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 12.57 USD in Spain and 5.52 USD in China. The price of this product is 56.1% lower in China.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 1.72 USD in Spain and 0.32 USD in China. The price of this product is 81.4% lower in China.
Fuel
Spain vs. China - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.46 times more for fuel in Spain than in China.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 1.5 USD in Spain and 1 USD in China. The price of this product is 33.3% lower in China.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.62 USD in Spain and 1.13 USD in China. The price of this product is 30.2% lower in China.
LPG 1L
Transportation
Spain vs. China - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 2.23 times more for transportation in Spain than in China.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 57.19 USD in Spain and 27.6 USD in China. The price of this product is 51.7% lower in China.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 1.57 USD in Spain and 0.55 USD in China. The price of this product is 65% lower in China.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 23.04 USD in Spain and 8.28 USD in China. The price of this product is 64.1% lower in China.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 1.15 USD in Spain and 0.41 USD in China. The price of this product is 64.3% lower in China.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 3.67 USD in Spain and 2.07 USD in China. The price of this product is 43.6% lower in China.
Sports & entertainment
Spain vs. China - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 9.43 USD in Spain and 8.28 USD in China. The price of this product is 12.2% lower in China.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 43.38 USD in Spain and 62.12 USD in China. The price of this product is 30.2% lower in Spain.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 13.14 USD in Spain and 16.07 USD in China. The price of this product is 18.2% lower in Spain.
Flats for rent
Spain vs. China - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 1.2 times less for renting an apartment in Spain than in China.
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 1057 USD in Spain and 1071 USD in China. The price of this product is 1.3% lower in Spain.
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 828.74 USD in Spain and 551.68 USD in China. The price of this product is 33.4% lower in China.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 1832 USD in Spain and 2910 USD in China. The price of this product is 37% lower in Spain.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 1328 USD in Spain and 1497 USD in China. The price of this product is 11.3% lower in Spain.
Flats for sale
Spain vs. China - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 2.83 times less for buying an apartment in Spain than in China.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 5639 USD in Spain and 17145 USD in China. The price of this product is 67.1% lower in Spain.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
For one square meter of an apartment outside the city center, you will pay 3726 USD in Spain and 9371 USD in China. The price of this product is 60.2% lower in Spain.
Salary
Spain vs. China - average salary. The average salary in Spain is 1.46 times higher than in China.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 2083 USD in Spain and 1429 USD in China. The average salary is 31.4% lower in China.
Hotels
Spain vs. China - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 15 Nov 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Nov 2024) • Spain: 20 cities, 1348 hotels • China: 20 cities, 1597 hotels