Is Palma de Mallorca more expensive than Alicante?

Palma de Mallorca is 14.6% more expensive than Alicante overall. Rent is 41.0% higher, groceries 5.6% cheaper, and restaurants 20.8% more expensive.

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

Alicante has a purchasing power index of 103.0 while Palma de Mallorca has 90.4 (NYC = 100). Alicante offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇪🇸 Alicante vs 🇪🇸 Palma de Mallorca

2026

Palma de Mallorca is 14.6% more expensive

Category	🇪🇸 Alicante	🇪🇸 Palma de Mallorca	Difference
Cost of Living	51.2	58.7	+14.6%
Rent	21.7	30.6	+41.0%
Groceries	54.9	51.8	-5.6%
Restaurants	53.8	65.0	+20.8%
Purchasing Power	103.0	90.4	-12.2%

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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