Is Palma de Mallorca more expensive than Tarragona?

Palma de Mallorca is 22.0% more expensive than Tarragona overall. Rent is 62.0% higher, groceries 4.1% cheaper, and restaurants 15.9% more expensive.

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

Tarragona has a purchasing power index of 110.1 while Palma de Mallorca has 86.3 (NYC = 100). Tarragona offers better purchasing power.

Tarragona vs Palma de Mallorca: Palma de Mallorca is 22.0% more expensive, rent 62% higher (2026)

Category	🇪🇸 Tarragona	🇪🇸 Palma de Mallorca	Difference
Cost of Living	36.9	45.0	+22.0%
Rent	19.2	31.1	+62.0%
Groceries	53.2	51.0	-4.1%
Restaurants	57.9	67.1	+15.9%
Purchasing Power	110.1	86.3	-21.6%

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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