Cost of living in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain compared to Albany, New York, United States
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| Food | - 35% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Spain) is 35% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | €9 ($10) | $15 | - 36% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | €6 ($7) | $8 | - 15% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | €2.89 ($3.24) | $3.69 | - 12% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | €0.84 ($0.93) | $0.92 | + 2% | |
| 12 eggs, large | €2.20 ($2.46) | $3.00 | - 18% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | €1.27 ($1.42) | $4.83 | - 71% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | €5.17 ($5.78) | $5.08 | + 14% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | €1.82 ($2.03) | $2.55 | - 20% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | €1.33 ($1.49) | $1.93 | - 23% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | €0.88 ($0.99) | $2.07 | - 52% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | €5.13 ($5.74) | $14 | - 58% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | €1.63 ($1.82) | $1.77 | + 2% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | €0.98 ($1.09) | $2.24 | - 51% | |
| Housing | - 37% | |||
| Housing in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Spain) is 37% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | €812 ($908) | $1,364 | - 33% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | €451 ($505) | $1,014 | - 50% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | €77 ($86) | $121 | - 29% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | €509 ($569) | $876 | - 35% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | €353 ($394) | $651 | - 39% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | €74 ($83) | $137 | - 40% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | €35 ($39) | $44 | - 13% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | €365 ($408) | $341 | + 20% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | €103 ($115) | $133 | - 13% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | €7 ($8) | $9 | - 11% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | €9 ($10) | $30 | - 65% | |
| Clothes | + 22% | |||
| Clothes in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Spain) is 22% more expensive than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | €79 ($88) | $38 | + 131% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | €37 ($41) | $39 | + 5% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | €76 ($85) | $82 | + 3% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | €91 ($102) | $74 | + 38% | |
| Transportation | - 12% | |||
| Transportation in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Spain) is 12% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | €20,503 ($22,929) | $34,060 | - 33% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | €0.97 ($1.08) | $0.62 | + 75% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | €44 ($50) | $61 | - 18% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | €24 ($27) | $21 | + 30% | |
| Personal Care | - 38% | |||
| Personal Care in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Spain) is 38% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | €6 ($7) | $8 | - 11% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | €7 ($7) | $15 | - 49% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | €70 ($79) | $140 | - 44% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | €4.00 ($4.47) | $4.79 | - 7% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | €2.73 ($3.05) | $3.09 | - 1% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | €3.03 ($3.39) | $4.63 | - 27% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | €1.12 ($1.25) | $2.85 | - 56% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | €1.60 ($1.79) | $1.83 | - 3% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | €9 ($11) | $19 | - 43% | |
| Entertainment | - 29% | |||
| Entertainment in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Spain) is 29% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | €26 ($29) | $43 | - 32% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | €15 ($17) | $22 | - 26% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | €81 ($91) | $158 | - 42% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | €39 ($43) | $82 | - 47% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | €5.83 ($7) | $9 | - 30% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | €1.37 ($1.53) | $4.14 | - 63% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | €3.62 ($4.05) | $5.48 | - 26% | |
| iPod nano 16GB | €139 ($155) | $224 | - 31% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | €0.24 ($0.27) | $0.20 | + 34% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | €41 ($46) | $49 | - 7% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | €2.86 ($3.20) | $10 | - 69% | |
| TOTAL | - 28% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 506 prices entered by 53 different people.
These prices were last updated on May 28, 2017.
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Cost of living in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Spain) is 28% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States)
For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require
$2,500
in Albany, New York
you would need to make just about $1,802
(€1,611)
in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
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