Is Palma de Mallorca more expensive than Gijon?

Palma de Mallorca is 10.0% more expensive than Gijon overall. Rent is 63.0% higher, groceries 1.1% cheaper, and restaurants 1.6% more expensive.

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

Gijon has a purchasing power index of 95.5 while Palma de Mallorca has 84.8 (NYC = 100). Gijon offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇪🇸 Gijon vs 🇪🇸 Palma de Mallorca

2026

Palma de Mallorca is 10.0% more expensive

Category	🇪🇸 Gijon	🇪🇸 Palma de Mallorca	Difference
Cost of Living	55.1	60.6	+10.0%
Rent	20.0	32.6	+63.0%
Groceries	56.1	55.5	-1.1%
Restaurants	64.4	65.4	+1.6%
Purchasing Power	95.5	84.8	-11.2%

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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