Is Malaga more expensive than Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?

Malaga is 1.2% more expensive than Las Palmas de Gran Canaria overall. Rent is 36.7% higher, groceries 4.7% cheaper, and restaurants 4.0% 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 84.0 while Malaga has 85.1 (NYC = 100). Malaga offers better purchasing power.

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria vs Malaga: Malaga is 1.2% more expensive, rent 37% higher (2026)

Categoría	🇪🇸 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria	🇪🇸 Malaga	Diferencia
Coste de Vida	51.7	52.3	+1.2%
Alquiler	22.1	30.2	+36.7%
Supermercado	55.6	53.0	-4.7%
Restaurantes	54.9	57.1	+4.0%
Poder Adquisitivo	84.0	85.1	+1.3%

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