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Cost of Living in Granada, Spain
Granada is a city in Spain, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,476 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $868 per month, or $684 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 263 Mbps median download speed, and Spain offers a digital nomad visa. On safety, Granada scores 78/100 — generally safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 98°F and winter highs around 55°F, with roughly 298 sunny days a year.
Granada Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Granada
How Granada Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Granada ranks in the top 8% for walkability. It is cheaper than 54% of them.
| Metric | Granada | World rank | Rank in Europe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,476 | #155 of 340 | #17 of 91 |
| Safety | 78/100 | #69 of 340 | #36 of 91 |
| Healthcare | 72/100 | #138 of 340 | #43 of 91 |
| Internet speed | 263 Mbps | #79 of 340 | #14 of 91 |
| Walkability | 80/100 | #25 of 340 | #17 of 91 |
| Public transit | 55/100 | #104 of 340 | #60 of 91 |
| Food scene | 75/100 | #156 of 340 | #37 of 91 |
| Air quality | 80/100 | #192 of 340 | #75 of 91 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Granada
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Granada.
- Bucharest, Romania — $1,235/mo, 16% cheaper, safety 70/100
- Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina — $1,101/mo, 25% cheaper, safety 72/100
- Antalya, Turkey — $1,075/mo, 27% cheaper, safety 72/100
- Podgorica, Montenegro — $1,218/mo, 17% cheaper, safety 74/100
Granada FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Granada?
A single person should budget around $1,476 per month in Granada, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $2,839 per month excluding rent.
How much is rent in Granada?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Granada averages $868 per month, dropping to about $684 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $1,296.
Is Granada safe?
Granada scores 78/100 on safety, which is generally safe. Tourist safety is rated 78/100.
How fast is the internet in Granada?
Median download speeds in Granada are around 263 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 25 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Spain offer a digital nomad visa?
Yes — Spain offers a digital nomad visa. US passport holders can typically stay 90 days visa-free before applying.
What is the weather like in Granada?
Granada sees summer highs around 98°F and winter highs near 55°F, with about 298 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 51 days.
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