Living on the Costa Blanca: quality, health and lower costs

Many British and Irish citizens are choosing the Costa Blanca for their home in the sun. Thanks to its outstanding climate and relaxed lifestyle, living here is up to 30 % cheaper than in the UK or Ireland — without sacrificing comfort or healthcare.

Cost of living up to 30% lower

According to the latest figures from Numbeo and Expatistan, the average monthly budget for a single person in Spain is around € 721, and for a family around € 2,550 – excluding rent. This is up to 30% lower than in North-Western European countries.

In concrete terms, you will notice this difference in daily expenses such as groceries, eating out, utilities and local services. On top of that, properties on the Costa Blanca are generally cheaper per square metre.

Healthy living at an affordable price

The Costa Blanca offers more than just sunshine. Thanks to the Mediterranean climate and the wide range of properties on offer, you can live an active, healthy and comfortable life. The air quality, proximity to nature and the sea, and lower stress levels are all factors that contribute to a higher quality of life.

Healthcare is also well organised and accessible to residents through the public or private system. This is an important advantage for those who come to spend the winter or move permanently.

In short

• - Up to 30% lower living costs than in the UK/Ireland
• - Affordable property prices (€/m²)
• - Healthy and inexpensive food options
• - Reliable and affordable healthcare system
• - High quality of life according to European benchmarks

Sources

- Numbeo Cost of Living Index 2024: https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/

- Expatistan Spain 2024: https://www.expatistan.com/cost-of-living/country/spain

- European Quality of Life Index (Eurostat & OECD)

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