Is Malaga more expensive than Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?

Malaga is 1.0% more expensive than Las Palmas de Gran Canaria overall. Rent is 47.9% higher, groceries 7.2% cheaper, and restaurants 8.9% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Malaga?

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has a purchasing power index of 89.7 while Malaga has 85.9 (NYC = 100). Las Palmas de Gran Canaria offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇪🇸 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria vs 🇪🇸 Malaga

2026

Malaga is 1.0% more expensive

Category	🇪🇸 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria	🇪🇸 Malaga	Difference
Cost of Living	51.2	51.7	+1.0%
Rent	21.1	31.2	+47.9%
Groceries	53.8	49.9	-7.2%
Restaurants	57.1	62.2	+8.9%
Purchasing Power	89.7	85.9	-4.2%

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