Europe
Madrid, Spain
Sunny Spanish capital — affordable for Western Europe, late-night culture, great food.
Livability 84Cost Index 58Pop. 3.3M
Rent 1BR
$1300
city centre / mo
Rent 3BR
$2400
city centre / mo
Avg Net Salary
$2200
per month
Groceries
$300
single, per mo
Transport
$55
monthly pass
Avg Temp
15°C
64 rainy days/yr
Livability Breakdown
Safety80/100
Healthcare86/100
Education82/100
Transport88/100
Job Market70/100
Lifestyle90/100
Climate78/100
Air Quality72/100
Inside Madrid
A visual sense of streets, transport, housing and public space in Madrid. All photos are licensed via Wikimedia Commons.
Top Suburbs in Madrid
Malasaña
Hipster, nightlife
Chamberí
Elegant, family-friendly
Lavapiés
Multicultural, affordable
Salamanca
Premium, shopping
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Excellent lifestyle and culture scene
- Above-average safety record
- Strong public transport network
- Comparatively affordable for a major city
Cons