Is Palma de Mallorca more expensive than Bilbao?

Palma de Mallorca is 9.4% more expensive than Bilbao overall. Rent is 4.0% higher, groceries 1.4% more expensive, and restaurants 0.4% cheaper.

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

Bilbao has a purchasing power index of 107.4 while Palma de Mallorca has 86.3 (NYC = 100). Bilbao offers better purchasing power.

Bilbao vs Palma de Mallorca: Palma de Mallorca is 9.4% more expensive, rent 4% higher (2026)

Category	🇪🇸 Bilbao	🇪🇸 Palma de Mallorca	Difference
Cost of Living	41.6	45.5	+9.4%
Rent	29.9	31.1	+4.0%
Groceries	50.3	51.0	+1.4%
Restaurants	67.4	67.1	-0.4%
Purchasing Power	107.4	86.3	-19.6%

Data from March – October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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