Santiago de Compostela
Spain
Updated on August 18, 2025
Overview
Santiago de Compostela offers affordable housing and a low cost of living. The climate is oceanic with mild temperatures year-round. Public transport is limited but the city center is walkable. Safety is high. The job market is small, focused on education, tourism, and services. Healthcare access is good. The community is historic with a strong cultural identity and a slower pace of life.
Average cost of living€1,039.72
Quality of Life83/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€300.00
1-bed flat (center)€641.67
1-bed flat (outside)€446.00
3-bed flat (center)€883.33
3-bed flat (outside)€750.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€141.88
Internet€28.44
Mobile plan€18.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€1.05
Monthly pass€30.00
Taxi start€4.00
Gasoline (1 l)€1.60
Leisure
Cinema ticket€8.50
Fitness club€36.25
Education
Preschool (month)€300.00
Intl. primary (year)€7,050.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€2,733.00
sqm outside center€1,900.00
Advantages
- ✓ Affordable housing and living costs
- ✓ High safety
- ✓ Good healthcare access
- ✓ Walkable historic center
- ✓ Mild climate
Disadvantages
- × Limited public transport
- × Small job market
- × Rainy weather
- × Fewer entertainment options
- × Tourism affects some areas