Cost of Living & Prices:
Spain vs. United States
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. United States - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.74 times less for grocery shopping in Spain than in the United States.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 10.04 PLN (2.54 USD) in Spain and 29.24 PLN (7.41 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 65.7% lower in Spain.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 8.32 PLN (2.11 USD) in Spain and 9.94 PLN (2.52 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 16.3% lower in Spain.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 64.32 PLN (16.3 USD) in Spain and 78.68 PLN (19.94 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 18.3% lower in Spain.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 30.6 PLN (7.75 USD) in Spain and 71.02 PLN (18 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 56.9% lower in Spain.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 34.25 PLN (8.68 USD) in Spain and 63.45 PLN (16.08 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 46% lower in Spain.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 26.41 PLN (6.69 USD) in Spain and 74.97 PLN (19 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 64.8% lower in Spain.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 5.33 PLN (1.35 USD) in Spain and 13.18 PLN (3.34 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 59.6% lower in Spain.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 13.08 PLN (3.31 USD) for 12 eggs in Spain and 28.37 PLN (7.19 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 53.9% lower in Spain.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 8.63 PLN (2.19 USD) in Spain and 15.03 PLN (3.81 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 42.6% lower in Spain.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 65.03 PLN (16.48 USD) in Spain and 98.6 PLN (24.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 34% lower in Spain.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 5.24 PLN (1.33 USD) in Spain and 11.6 PLN (2.94 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 54.8% lower in Spain.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 6.47 PLN (1.64 USD) in Spain and 19.77 PLN (5.01 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 67.3% lower in Spain.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 55.38 PLN (14.04 USD) in Spain and 67.71 PLN (17.16 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 18.2% lower in Spain.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 4.67 PLN (1.18 USD) in Spain and 6.27 PLN (1.59 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 25.5% lower in Spain.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 8.1 PLN (2.05 USD) in Spain and 15.82 PLN (4.01 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 48.8% lower in Spain.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 9.82 PLN (2.49 USD) in Spain and 22.57 PLN (5.72 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 56.5% lower in Spain.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 7.92 PLN (2.01 USD) in Spain and 14.76 PLN (3.74 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 46.3% lower in Spain.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 6.43 PLN (1.63 USD) in Spain and 32.63 PLN (8.27 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 80.3% lower in Spain.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 43.32 PLN (10.98 USD) in Spain and 35.43 PLN (8.98 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 18.2% lower in the United States.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 10.48 PLN (2.66 USD) in Spain and 25.13 PLN (6.37 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 58.3% lower in Spain.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 3.7 PLN (0.94 USD) in Spain and 9.82 PLN (2.49 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 62.3% lower in Spain.
Restaurant
Spain vs. United States - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 1.88 times less for meals in restaurants in Spain than in the United States.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 11.97 PLN (3.03 USD) in Spain and 23.12 PLN (5.86 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 48.2% lower in Spain.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 12.02 PLN (3.05 USD) in Spain and 13.02 PLN (3.3 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 7.7% lower in Spain.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 15.41 PLN (3.91 USD) in Spain and 31.57 PLN (8 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 51.2% lower in Spain.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 17.61 PLN (4.46 USD) in Spain and 47.35 PLN (12 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 62.8% lower in Spain.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 44.02 PLN (11.16 USD) in Spain and 47.35 PLN (12 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 7% lower in Spain.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 264.15 PLN (66.95 USD) in Spain and 552.4 PLN (140 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 52.2% lower in Spain.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 66.04 PLN (16.74 USD) in Spain and 102.59 PLN (26 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 35.6% lower in Spain.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 8.14 PLN (2.06 USD) in Spain and 10.06 PLN (2.55 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 19.1% lower in Spain.
Fuel
Spain vs. United States - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.79 times more for fuel in Spain than in the United States.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 6.57 PLN (1.66 USD) in Spain and 3.89 PLN (0.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 40.8% lower in the United States.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 6.92 PLN (1.75 USD) in Spain and 3.66 PLN (0.93 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 47.1% lower in the United States.
LPG 1L
Transportation
Spain vs. United States - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 2.24 times less for transportation in Spain than in the United States.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 187.1 PLN (47.42 USD) in Spain and 520.83 PLN (132 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 64.1% lower in Spain.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 6.6 PLN (1.67 USD) in Spain and 11.44 PLN (2.9 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 42.3% lower in Spain.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 110.06 PLN (27.89 USD) in Spain and 165.72 PLN (42 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 33.6% lower in Spain.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 5.72 PLN (1.45 USD) in Spain and 8.56 PLN (2.17 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 33.2% lower in Spain.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 15.41 PLN (3.91 USD) in Spain and 19.69 PLN (4.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 21.7% lower in Spain.
Sports & entertainment
Spain vs. United States - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 44.02 PLN (11.16 USD) in Spain and 78.91 PLN (20 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 44.2% lower in Spain.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 201.72 PLN (51.12 USD) in Spain and 622.51 PLN (157.77 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 67.6% lower in Spain.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 67.49 PLN (17.1 USD) in Spain and 256.47 PLN (65 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 73.7% lower in Spain.
Flats for rent
Spain vs. United States - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 2.72 times less for renting an apartment in Spain than in the United States.
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 6217 PLN (1575.52 USD) in Spain and 16010 PLN (4057.67 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 61.2% 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 4316 PLN (1093.79 USD) in Spain and 10035 PLN (2543.17 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 57% lower in Spain.
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 11144 PLN (2824.27 USD) in Spain and 32439 PLN (8221.43 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 65.6% 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 7364 PLN (1866.3 USD) in Spain and 20623 PLN (5226.67 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 64.3% lower in Spain.
Flats for sale
Spain vs. United States - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 2.41 times less for buying an apartment in Spain than in the United States.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 30012 PLN (7606.28 USD) in Spain and 68479 PLN (17355.2 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 56.2% 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 18323 PLN (4643.72 USD) in Spain and 48043 PLN (12176.1 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 61.9% lower in Spain.
Salary
Spain vs. United States - average salary. The average salary in Spain is 2.16 times lower than in the United States.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 9398 PLN (2381.95 USD) in Spain and 20302 PLN (5145.25 USD) in the United States. The average salary is 53.7% lower in Spain.
Hotels
Spain vs. United States - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 15 Dec 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024) • Spain: 20 cities, 1357 hotels • United States: 20 cities, 3762 hotels