Is Palma de Mallorca more expensive than Bilbao?

Palma de Mallorca is 7.1% more expensive than Bilbao overall. Rent is 3.8% higher, groceries 1.6% more expensive, and restaurants 1.9% more expensive.

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

Bilbao has a purchasing power index of 105.7 while Palma de Mallorca has 84.8 (NYC = 100). Bilbao offers better purchasing power.

Bilbao vs Palma de Mallorca: Palma de Mallorca is 7.1% more expensive, rent 4% higher (2026)

Categoría	🇪🇸 Bilbao	🇪🇸 Palma de Mallorca	Diferencia
Coste de Vida	56.6	60.6	+7.1%
Alquiler	31.4	32.6	+3.8%
Supermercado	54.6	55.5	+1.6%
Restaurantes	64.2	65.4	+1.9%
Poder Adquisitivo	105.7	84.8	-19.8%

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