Cost of living in Palma de Mallorca, Spain compared to Albany, New York, United States
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| Food | - 15% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Palma de Mallorca (Spain) is 15% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | €13 ($15) | $14 | + 7% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | €7 ($8) | $8 | + 8% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | €3.83 ($4.52) | $3.62 | + 25% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | €0.98 ($1.15) | $0.87 | + 32% | |
| 12 eggs, large | €2.21 ($2.61) | $2.34 | + 11% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | €1.47 ($1.74) | $4.92 | - 65% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | €7 ($9) | $5.56 | + 54% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | €1.79 ($2.11) | $2.71 | - 22% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | €1.43 ($1.69) | $1.76 | - 4% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | €0.75 ($0.89) | $2.02 | - 56% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | €6 ($7) | $13 | - 44% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | €1.51 ($1.78) | $1.80 | - 1% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | €1.09 ($1.29) | $2.28 | - 43% | |
| Housing | - 10% | |||
| Housing in Palma de Mallorca (Spain) is 10% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | €1,186 ($1,400) | $1,514 | - 8% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | €727 ($858) | $1,018 | - 16% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | €178 ($210) | $122 | + 73% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | €755 ($891) | $877 | + 2% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | €457 ($539) | $649 | - 17% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | €96 ($114) | $123 | - 8% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | €34 ($40) | $42 | - 4% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | €460 ($543) | $358 | + 52% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | €105 ($124) | $126 | - 2% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | €9 ($10) | $9 | + 11% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | €11 ($13) | $30 | - 57% | |
| Clothes | + 22% | |||
| Clothes in Palma de Mallorca (Spain) is 22% more expensive than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | €79 ($94) | $46 | + 103% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | €28 ($34) | $38 | - 11% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | €78 ($93) | $83 | + 11% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | €120 ($142) | $76 | + 86% | |
| Transportation | - 8% | |||
| Transportation in Palma de Mallorca (Spain) is 8% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | €22,930 ($27,060) | $23,085 | + 17% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | €1.23 ($1.45) | $0.63 | + 133% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | €35 ($41) | $62 | - 34% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | €14 ($16) | $21 | - 23% | |
| Personal Care | - 25% | |||
| Personal Care in Palma de Mallorca (Spain) is 25% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | €5.75 ($7) | $8 | - 14% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | €4.87 ($5.74) | $6.00 | - 4% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | €74 ($87) | $140 | - 38% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | €5.21 ($6) | $4.79 | + 28% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | €3.06 ($3.61) | $3.09 | + 17% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | €2.77 ($3.27) | $4.63 | - 29% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | €1.40 ($1.65) | $2.85 | - 42% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | €1.84 ($2.18) | $1.83 | + 19% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | €15 ($18) | $17 | + 1% | |
| Entertainment | - 10% | |||
| Entertainment in Palma de Mallorca (Spain) is 10% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | €29 ($34) | $44 | - 23% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | €16 ($19) | $23 | - 16% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | €55 ($65) | $151 | - 57% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | €49 ($58) | $76 | - 23% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | €9 ($11) | $9 | + 17% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | €2.79 ($3.29) | $4.14 | - 20% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | €4.15 ($4.90) | $5.84 | - 16% | |
| iPad Air 2, 64GB | €650 ($768) | $498 | + 54% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | €0.15 ($0.18) | $0.20 | - 12% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | €53 ($63) | $50 | + 26% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | €5.00 ($5.90) | $10 | - 43% | |
| TOTAL | - 11% | |||
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These prices were last updated on October 20, 2017.
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Cost of living in Palma de Mallorca (Spain) is 11% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States)
For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require
$4,200
in Albany, New York
you would need to make just about $3,742
(€3,171)
in Palma de Mallorca.
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