Is Barcelona more expensive than Palma de Mallorca?

Barcelona is 5.8% more expensive than Palma de Mallorca overall. Rent is 11.9% higher, groceries 19.4% more expensive, and restaurants 1.5% cheaper.

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

Palma de Mallorca has a purchasing power index of 86.3 while Barcelona has 93.0 (NYC = 100). Barcelona offers better purchasing power.

Palma de Mallorca vs Barcelona: Barcelona is 5.8% more expensive, rent 12% higher (2026)

Category	🇪🇸 Palma de Mallorca	🇪🇸 Barcelona	Difference
Cost of Living	45.0	47.6	+5.8%
Rent	31.1	34.8	+11.9%
Groceries	51.0	60.9	+19.4%
Restaurants	67.1	66.1	-1.5%
Purchasing Power	86.3	93.0	+7.8%

Data from 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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