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.

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria vs Malaga: Malaga is 1.0% more expensive, rent 48% higher (2026)

Categoría	🇪🇸 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria	🇪🇸 Malaga	Diferencia
Coste de Vida	51.2	51.7	+1.0%
Alquiler	21.1	31.2	+47.9%
Supermercado	53.8	49.9	-7.2%
Restaurantes	57.1	62.2	+8.9%
Poder Adquisitivo	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.