Cost of living in Palma de Mallorca, Spain compared to Albany, New York, United States
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| Food | - 16% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Palma de Mallorca (Spain) is 16% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | €13 ($16) | $14 | + 10% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | €7 ($9) | $8 | + 16% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | €3.43 ($4.25) | $3.51 | + 21% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | €0.77 ($0.95) | $0.87 | + 10% | |
| 12 eggs, large | €2.02 ($2.51) | $2.54 | - 1% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | €1.30 ($1.61) | $4.74 | - 66% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | €7 ($9) | $7 | + 33% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | €1.71 ($2.11) | $3.04 | - 30% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | €1.30 ($1.61) | $1.59 | + 2% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | €0.75 ($0.93) | $2.08 | - 55% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | €6 ($8) | $14 | - 42% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | €1.54 ($1.91) | $1.74 | + 10% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | €0.92 ($1.14) | $1.98 | - 43% | |
| Housing | - 5% | |||
| Housing in Palma de Mallorca (Spain) is 5% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | €1,152 ($1,427) | $1,463 | - 2% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | €739 ($916) | $1,143 | - 20% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | €180 ($223) | $141 | + 58% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | €804 ($996) | $889 | + 12% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | €497 ($616) | $731 | - 16% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | €95 ($118) | $126 | - 7% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | €34 ($42) | $44 | - 3% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | €445 ($551) | $303 | + 82% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | €102 ($127) | $130 | - 2% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | €8 ($10) | $9 | + 20% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | €11 ($14) | $26 | - 47% | |
| Clothes | + 16% | |||
| Clothes in Palma de Mallorca (Spain) is 16% more expensive than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | €74 ($92) | $47 | + 95% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | €29 ($36) | $41 | - 13% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | €79 ($98) | $82 | + 21% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | €112 ($139) | $82 | + 69% | |
| Transportation | + 1% | |||
| Transportation in Palma de Mallorca (Spain) is 1% more expensive than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | €22,930 ($28,411) | $24,752 | + 15% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | €1.31 ($1.63) | $0.67 | + 141% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | €36 ($45) | $61 | - 27% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | €14 ($17) | $15 | + 14% | |
| Personal Care | - 23% | |||
| Personal Care in Palma de Mallorca (Spain) is 23% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | €5.75 ($7) | $9 | - 19% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | €4.87 ($6) | $26 | - 76% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | €74 ($91) | $99 | - 8% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | €5.21 ($6) | $4.79 | + 35% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | €3.06 ($3.79) | $3.26 | + 16% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | €2.77 ($3.44) | $5.18 | - 34% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | €1.40 ($1.73) | $3.32 | - 48% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | €1.73 ($2.15) | $1.97 | + 9% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | €15 ($18) | $23 | - 20% | |
| Entertainment | - 7% | |||
| Entertainment in Palma de Mallorca (Spain) is 7% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | €32 ($39) | $47 | - 16% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | €15 ($19) | $24 | - 22% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | €55 ($68) | $136 | - 50% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | €52 ($65) | $96 | - 33% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | €9 ($11) | $11 | + 6% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | €2.95 ($3.65) | $4.38 | - 17% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | €4.50 ($5.57) | $6 | - 8% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | €576 ($713) | $429 | + 66% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | €0.15 ($0.19) | $0.20 | - 7% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | €54 ($67) | $40 | + 68% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | €5.01 ($6) | $11 | - 42% | |
| TOTAL | - 7% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 571 prices entered by 56 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 19, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Palma de Mallorca (Spain) is 7% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States)
For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require
$4,400
in Albany, New York
you would need to make just about $4,098
(€3,307)
in Palma de Mallorca.
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