Cost of living in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain compared to Albany, New York, United States
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| Food | - 34% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Spain) is 34% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | €8 ($10) | $15 | - 36% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | €7 ($8) | $8 | - 3% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | €2.64 ($3.07) | $4.03 | - 24% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | €0.85 ($0.99) | $0.89 | + 11% | |
| 12 eggs, large | €2.42 ($2.82) | $2.41 | + 17% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | €1.23 ($1.43) | $4.74 | - 70% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | €4.36 ($5.06) | $7 | - 25% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | €1.51 ($1.75) | $3.20 | - 45% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | €0.99 ($1.15) | $1.59 | - 27% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | €0.79 ($0.92) | $2.00 | - 54% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | €6 ($7) | $14 | - 48% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | €1.63 ($1.90) | $1.74 | + 9% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | €0.87 ($1.01) | $1.94 | - 48% | |
| Housing | - 39% | |||
| Housing in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Spain) is 39% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | €772 ($898) | $1,488 | - 40% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | €511 ($594) | $1,199 | - 50% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | €86 ($100) | $141 | - 29% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | €500 ($581) | $982 | - 41% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | €353 ($410) | $815 | - 50% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | €73 ($84) | $124 | - 32% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | €34 ($40) | $44 | - 9% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | €336 ($390) | $303 | + 29% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | €104 ($120) | $130 | - 7% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | €8 ($9) | $9 | + 5% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | €9 ($10) | $27 | - 61% | |
| Clothes | + 19% | |||
| Clothes in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Spain) is 19% more expensive than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | €72 ($84) | $47 | + 78% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | €37 ($43) | $41 | + 4% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | €76 ($88) | $82 | + 8% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | €93 ($108) | $82 | + 32% | |
| Transportation | - 7% | |||
| Transportation in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Spain) is 7% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | €21,426 ($24,905) | $24,752 | + 1% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | €0.94 ($1.10) | $0.69 | + 58% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | €40 ($47) | $61 | - 23% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | €16 ($18) | $15 | + 24% | |
| Personal Care | - 33% | |||
| Personal Care in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Spain) is 33% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | €6 ($7) | $9 | - 16% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | €7 ($9) | $26 | - 66% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | €64 ($74) | $99 | - 25% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | €3.91 ($4.55) | $4.79 | - 5% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | €2.94 ($3.42) | $3.02 | + 13% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | €3.07 ($3.57) | $5.18 | - 31% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | €1.19 ($1.38) | $3.31 | - 58% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | €1.62 ($1.89) | $1.97 | - 4% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | €10 ($11) | $23 | - 51% | |
| Entertainment | - 12% | |||
| Entertainment in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Spain) is 12% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | €27 ($31) | $47 | - 35% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | €15 ($17) | $24 | - 28% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | €84 ($98) | $136 | - 28% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | €38 ($45) | $90 | - 50% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | €6 ($7) | $11 | - 34% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | €1.37 ($1.60) | $4.38 | - 64% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | €3.43 ($3.98) | $6 | - 34% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | €473 ($550) | $429 | + 28% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | €0.40 ($0.46) | $0.20 | + 131% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | €39 ($46) | $40 | + 15% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | €2.98 ($3.46) | $11 | - 68% | |
| TOTAL | - 24% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 601 prices entered by 49 different people.
These prices were last updated on June 22, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Spain) is 24% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States)
For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require
$4,600
in Albany, New York
you would need to make just about $3,506
(€3,016)
in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
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