Is Palma de Mallorca more expensive than Alicante?

Palma de Mallorca is 13.5% more expensive than Alicante overall. Rent is 34.2% higher, groceries 4.3% cheaper, and restaurants 13.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Alicante or Palma de Mallorca?

Alicante has a purchasing power index of 95.4 while Palma de Mallorca has 84.8 (NYC = 100). Alicante offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇪🇸 Alicante vs 🇪🇸 Palma de Mallorca

2026

Palma de Mallorca is 13.5% more expensive

Category	🇪🇸 Alicante	🇪🇸 Palma de Mallorca	Difference
Cost of Living	53.4	60.6	+13.5%
Rent	24.3	32.6	+34.2%
Groceries	58.0	55.5	-4.3%
Restaurants	57.5	65.4	+13.7%
Purchasing Power	95.4	84.8	-11.1%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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