Cost Of Living For a Family in Murcia 2025

Family cost of living chart - average monthly expenditure in Murcia

Average monthly spending for families in Murcia

We consider a family to be a member of four members, two adults and two children. This is the most common type of family. From the figures below, it should be fairly easy to calculate the average spending for families of different sizes.

Average Monthly Expenditure

Currency: EUR
1,600 4,500 29,000
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$1,700 $4,900 $32,000

How much money does a family need in a month to survive in Murcia?

Families in Murcia spend around 4,500 EUR per month on average. Depending on the lifestyle, a family can survive with a monthly budget as low as 1,600 EUR or as high as 29,000 EUR. Location and income are very important factors and have a huge influence on expenditure and budget.


Prices and cost of goods and services in Murcia


Chart showing the prices and cost of grocery, food, restaurant meals, market, and beverages in Murcia

Dining, food, and beverages costs


Fast food combo meal

3.2 EUR 6.4 EUR 11 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$3.5 $7 $12

Restaurant meal for one

11 EUR 16 EUR 32 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$12 $17 $35

Fine dining meal for one

21 EUR 32 EUR 130 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$23 $35 $140

Cappuccino or latte

2.7 EUR 4.3 EUR 6.4 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$2.9 $4.7 $7

Grocery and market costs


Milk large bottle

2.1 EUR 2.6 EUR 3.2 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$2.3 $2.8 $3.5

12 eggs

1.6 EUR 2.1 EUR 3.2 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$1.7 $2.3 $3.5

Fresh whole chicken

3.7 EUR 4.7 EUR 6.7 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$4 $5.1 $7.3

Pack of beef

4.3 EUR 6.4 EUR 13 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$4.7 $7 $14

Medium bag of rice

1.7 EUR 2.4 EUR 3.4 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$1.9 $2.6 $3.6

Bag of tomatos

0.65 EUR 0.86 EUR 1.6 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$0.70 $0.93 $1.7

Bag of apples

1.2 EUR 1.5 EUR 2.5 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$1.2 $1.6 $2.7
Chart showing the prices and cost of commute, travel, and transportation in Murcia


Commute, travel, and transportation costs


20 minutes taxi ride

2.7 EUR 3.2 EUR 6.4 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$2.9 $3.5 $6.9

Average car full tank

16 EUR 21 EUR 43 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$17 $23 $47

Average car 1-day rental

16 EUR 21 EUR 32 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$17 $23 $34

Average car price

8,100 EUR 16,000 EUR 21,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$8,700 $17,000 $23,000

Bus ticket one way

0.53 EUR 0.79 EUR 1.6 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$0.57 $0.86 $1.7

Car Service

21 EUR 32 EUR 63 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$23 $34 $68
Chart showing the prices and cost of utility, energy, water, and gas in Murcia


Utility cost (monthly)


Utility Bill - Family

79 EUR 230 EUR 1,500 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$86 $250 $1,600

Internet and cable

16 EUR 32 EUR 43 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$17 $35 $47

Mobile phone charges

13 EUR 21 EUR 64 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$14 $23 $70

Leisure and activities costs


Movie ticket

8.1 EUR 11 EUR 16 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$8.7 $12 $17

One month gym membership

25 EUR 32 EUR 63 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$27 $34 $68
Chart showing the prices and cost of clothing and accessories in Murcia


Cloths and accessories costs


Pair of jeans or pants

19 EUR 26 EUR 39 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$20 $29 $43

Woman dress

18 EUR 24 EUR 79 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$19 $26 $86

Woman shoes

17 EUR 23 EUR 53 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$18 $24 $57

Men's shoes

14 EUR 18 EUR 35 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$16 $19 $38

Men suit

16 EUR 20 EUR 110 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$17 $21 $110

Regular t-shirt

7.9 EUR 11 EUR 32 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$8.6 $11 $34
Chart showing the prices and cost of housing, accommodation, and rent in Murcia


Housing costs / monthly rent


Studio apartment

260 EUR 390 EUR 1,100 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$290 $430 $1,100

1-bedroom apartment

390 EUR 630 EUR 1,600 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$430 $680 $1,700

2-bedroom apartment

530 EUR 790 EUR 2,100 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$570 $860 $2,300

Housing costs / Buying


Studio apartment

53,000 EUR 79,000 EUR 160,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$57,000 $86,000 $170,000

1-bedroom apartment

63,000 EUR 110,000 EUR 390,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$68,000 $110,000 $430,000

2-bedroom apartment

110,000 EUR 320,000 EUR 630,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$110,000 $340,000 $680,000
Chart showing the prices and cost of furniture in Murcia


Furniture Costs


King Size Bed

320 EUR 400 EUR 540 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$350 $440 $580

Double Bed

210 EUR 320 EUR 400 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$230 $350 $440

Single Bed

190 EUR 250 EUR 320 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$210 $270 $350

Living Room

360 EUR 460 EUR 1,600 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$390 $500 $1,700

Dining Table

160 EUR 210 EUR 400 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$170 $230 $440

Sofa or Couch

210 EUR 290 EUR 640 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$230 $320 $700
Chart showing the prices and cost of electronic devices and appliances in Murcia


Electronics and House Appliance Costs


TV Set

210 EUR 320 EUR 640 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$230 $350 $700

Fridge or Freezer

190 EUR 290 EUR 400 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$210 $320 $440

Washing Machine

250 EUR 360 EUR 640 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$270 $390 $700

Stove or Cooker

230 EUR 290 EUR 400 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$250 $320 $440

Mobile Phone

270 EUR 320 EUR 460 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$290 $350 $500

Laptop or Computer

290 EUR 360 EUR 640 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$320 $390 $700
Family cost of living and expenditure to income ratio in Murcia

Family expenditure to income ratio in Murcia

Analysing the how affordable it is for families to live in Murcia

One of the most definite ways to determine how affordable a place is measuring the ratio of expenses to salary. A high expense-to-income to ratio indicates a high cost-of-living index while a low expenditure-to-salary ratio means the place is affordable to live in. Families usually spend a larger chunk of their income than other population groups. A typical and healthy expenditure percentage for a family of four ranges between 70% to 80%.


Spending to Income Ratio

83%

75% to 91%

( expenditure / income ) x 100


Families in Murcia spend around 83% of their monthly income. Some families spend as low as 75% of their income while some as high as 91%.

Distribution of monthly cost of living expenses of a family in Murcia

How do families spend their money in Murcia?

We asked thousands of families about their spending habits and expenditure break down.


The percentage figures in this section are percentages of total spending not income. If you would like to see the percentage of expenses as related to income or salary, see other sections.

Housing and accomodation expenditure for families

Accomodation Cost27%

27% of total expenses on average (22% to 37%)

LOW$550   510 EUR
AVERAGE$1,600   1,500 EUR
HIGH$10,000   9,400 EUR
Per Month

Families in Murcia typically spend from 22% to 37% of their total monthly expenditure on housing with 27% being the average. The average monthly spend on housing is 1,500 EUR with expenditure ranging from 510 EUR to 9,400 EUR. This cost mainly goes for rent but it also includes other accommodation-related expenses.

Electricity, utilities, energy, water, internet, and mobile expenditure for families

Cost of utilities5%

5% of total expenses on average (3% to 8%)

LOW$86   79 EUR
AVERAGE$250   230 EUR
HIGH$1,600   1,500 EUR
Per Month

Utility expenditure like electricity, water, and gas in Murcia ranges from 3% to 8% of total expenses with 5% being the average for most families. The average monthly cost of utilities is 230 EUR with 79 EUR and 1,500 EUR being the upper and lower limits for a family of four.

Transport, fuel, and commute expenditure for families

Cost of transport and fuel6%

6% of total expenses on average (4% to 8%)

LOW$170   160 EUR
AVERAGE$490   450 EUR
HIGH$3,200   2,900 EUR
Per Month

Fuel consumption and cost of transport depend heavily on whether a family resides near school and work, but roughly speaking a family would expect to spend from 160 EUR to 2,900 EUR in a month on commuting with 450 EUR being the norm for most families. This means that money spent on transport constitutes about 6% of total spending on average but can go as low as 4% or as high as 8%.

Food, groceries, and basic shopping expenditure for families

Food and Groceries Cost20%

20% of total expenses on average (13% to 26%)

LOW$310   290 EUR
AVERAGE$890   820 EUR
HIGH$5,800   5,300 EUR
Per Month

The average outlay on groceries and basic houshold items for a typical family in a month in Murcia is 820 EUR. The cost of groceries can range between 290 EUR to 5,300 EUR. Families spend on average about 20% on food and groceries with upper and lower bounds of 13% and 26% respectively.

Healthcare and medical services expenditure for families

Cost of healthcare10%

10% of total expenses on average (6% to 15%)

LOW$150   140 EUR
AVERAGE$490   450 EUR
HIGH$2,600   2,400 EUR
Per Month

Families in Murcia allocate 6% to 15% of their total monthly expenditure to healthcare including health insurance and out-of-pocket medical expenses. The average spending on medical services and clinic visits is around 10%. The range of medical expenses range from 140 EUR to 2,400 EUR with 450 EUR being the norm for most families.

Leisure and shopping expenditure for families

Cost of leisure and shopping3%

3% of total expenses on average (2% to 7%)

LOW$86   79 EUR
AVERAGE$250   230 EUR
HIGH$1,600   1,500 EUR
Per Month

This category mostly contains discretionary or non-essential expenses but also some non-discretionary spending like furniture for example. The monthly expenses range from 79 EUR to 1,500 EUR with 230 EUR being the average. Speaking of percentages, that equates to 2% to 7% of total expenses with an average of 3% for most families.

Education and schooling expenditure for families

Cost of education and schooling14%

14% of total expenses on average (7% to 22%)

LOW$240   220 EUR
AVERAGE$690   630 EUR
HIGH$4,500   4,100 EUR
Per Month

Spending on education can vary drastically between different families. On average, education constitutes 14% of the monthly expenditure of families with 7% and 22% being the lower and upper bounds respectively. The average reported education cost is 630 EUR per month with 220 EUR being the minimum spent amount and 4,100 EUR being the maximum.

Other Expenses15%

15% of total expenses on average (8% to 20%)

LOW$140   130 EUR
AVERAGE$390   360 EUR
HIGH$2,600   2,400 EUR
Per Month
Percentage of families who manage to save money from their income every month in Murcia

What percentage of families in Murcia are able to save money and how much can they save?


Percentage of families that reported their ability to save money


Saving Money
57%
Not Saving
43%

Almost 57% of surveyed families in Murcia said that they can save some money at the end of each month while 43% reported that they have to utilize their whole income to survive.


Family savings to income ratio in Murcia

Savings-to-Income Ratio

The savings-to-income ratio is measured as the percentage of income that people save over a specific period and it is simply calculated by dividing the saved money by total income and then multiplying the result by 100. (Savings / Income) x 100.


How much money do families manage to add to their savings?

The amount of money that people can afford to save depends hugely on their income. It is better to focus on the percentage when trying to understand saving patterns.

Saving to Income Ratio

8.4% 15% of income 25%
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

Average Monthly Saved Amount

620 EUR
$670
1,800 EUR
$1,900
12,000 EUR
$13,000
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

Savings to income distribution levels for families

Saving To Income Ratio% Families
0% - 10%37%
10% - 20%29%
20% - 30%20%
30% - 40%7%
40% - 50%5%
> 50%2%

Interpretation and Analysis

Families that are able to save money can put anywhere from 8.4% to 25% of their monthly income to their savings, with 15% being the average for most families. The average monthly amount of money that families can put aside is 1,800 EUR with 620 EUR and 12,000 EUR being the minimum and maximum respectively.

Reasons that make it difficult for families to save money in Murcia

Saving Challenges in Murcia

Reasons that make it difficult for families to save money

We wanted to understand what is stopping families from maximizing their savings in Murcia. Listed below are the answers given by the survey participants.


Reason% People
Low Income6%
High Expenses9%
Debt and Loans16%
Lack of Budgeting Skills11%
Impulsive Spending10%
Financial Emergencies6%
Living the moment6%
Will do it later19%
Inflation12%
Social Pressure3%
Market Instability3%

Around 6% of the families said that their salary is too low to accommodate a portion for savings while 9% said that the high cost of living leaves little room for savings. 16% of the residents said that they are burdened with debt and find it challenging to save money. 11% reported that they just don't have the knowledge or discipline to create and stick to a budget, leading to overspending and an inability to save. 10% of families blamed impulsive spending as the reason for saving inability. Around 6% said that unexpected expenses like medical bills or car repairs are derailing their savings goals. 6% bluntly said that they don't see the purpose of it and prefer to live each day to the fullest. 19% reported that they understand the value of saving but are putting off saving for the future, thinking they have plenty of time to start later. 12% blamed inflation, saying that every time they save some money they end up using it immediately. A surprising 3% said that social pressure and keeping up with peers or social expectations makes them overspend. Lastly, 3% blamed market instability and price fluctuations.

Where do families choose to put their savings in Murcia

Typical saving choices for families in Murcia

Where do people choose to put their savings?


Saving Type% People
Emergency Funds11%
Gold11%
Savings Accounts17%
Retirement Accounts11%
Cash Savings18%
Real Estate10%
Investment6%
Stocks5%
Bonds6%
Mutual Funds3%
Certificates of Deposit3%
A typical and healthy budgeting structure. The 50-30-20 rule

A typical and healthy budgeting structure

The 50/30/20 rule

Spending among different people can vary significantly based on factors such as their income, lifestyle, location, and personal preferences. A commonly used guideline for budgeting is the 50/30/20 rule, which suggests allocating your income into three main categories in the following percentages.

  • 50% for needs and financial obligations

    This category includes essential expenses like housing, utilities, groceries, transportation, and healthcare.

  • 30% for wants and discretionary spending

    This category covers discretionary spending on non-essential items, such as dining out, entertainment, travel, and other lifestyle choices.

  • 20% for savings and emergency fund

    This is the percentage that must be allocated to savings, emergency funds, and retirement accounts.

About financial planning, money management, and household budgeting

The 50/30/20 rule is used as a general guideline but may not be the best choice for all people. There are in fact many budgeting plans out there like the 70/20/10 and the 60/20/20 rules, all claiming to be the best. More important than all of this is to establish financial discipline by creating a budget tailored to your specific financial goals and situation. It is very important that your financial outflow be less than your income to maintain a healthy cash flow.

Income and cost of living compatibility. Is it affordable or economical for families to live in Murcia

Affordable living in Murcia

Income and cost of living compatibility

We asked families one simple question and recorded their answers.

Is it affordable or economical to live in Murcia?


Yes
70%
No
30%

Around 70% of surveyed families think that living in Murcia is affordable with proper budgeting while 30% reported that it is just too expensive and not affordable even with frugality and thriftness.

How easily is cost-cutting for families. Are there plenty of low-cost options in Murcia

Low-cost alternatives in Murcia

People are always looking for ways to cut down expenses and reduce expenditures. The hallmark of any affordable place is the availability of discount stores, bargain deals, smart or secondhand shopping, refurbished items, and couponing. We asked families how easily cost-cutting is and the answers were distributed as follows:

Plenty of low-cost options58%

Few low-cost options42%


Based on the survey, 58% of the families living in Murcia have no problem finding low-cost alternatives to support a frugal lifestyle while 42% think that thriftness is difficult due to scarcity in discount markets and secondhand outlets.

Emergency Funds For Families

An emergency fund is a financial safety net comprised of easily accessible savings set aside to cover unexpected expenses or financial emergencies, typically amounting to three to six months' worth of living expenses. We asked families of Murcia whether they have an emergency fund and the answers were as follows.

Yes70%

No30%


Based on the survey, 30% of the families living in Murcia said that they don't have an emergency fund while 70% said that they do.

Financial literacy and difficulty in budgeting and financial planning for families in Murcia

Financial Literacy in Spain

Financial literacy is the knowledge of concepts and principles related to personal finance that allow individuals to make informed decisions regarding their money such as budgeting, saving, investing, borrowing, managing debt, financial risk management, and planning.

Financial Leteracy70%


We asked family guardians and parents in Murcia whether they acquired any adequate personal financial training in their lives. Approximately 30% of the people who participated in the survey said that they are not well informed about the topics of budgeting, saving, etc., and just manage things based on their own experience, while 70% said that they know about the general principles of personal finance from sources other than their own experience.


Difficulty in Budgeting and Financial Planning

We wanted to understand whether families of Spain have problems or difficulties in managing their expenditures and savings so we asked people one simple question: do you struggle with your personal finances? 21% of the participants reported that they indeed struggle in creating budgets and in organizing their finances while 79% said that they have everything under control.

Struggles with finance21%

Easily manages finances79%

Financial goals and targets of families living in Murcia

Financial goals of families in Murcia

In an attempt to understand the economic situation in Murcia, we asked participants about their financial targets. By knowing what the population in general is trying to achieve, we can shed light on the economic outlook, cost of living, and quality of life in general.


Financial Goal% People
Emergency Fund7%
Debt Reduction38%
Retirement Savings9%
Education Funding8%
Homeownership17%
Investing8%
Travel or Lifestyle9%
Healthcare Expenses11%
Financial Independence7%

Around 7% of families said that their main goal is to establish an emergency fund to cover unexpected expenses while 38% said their number one priority is to pay off high-interest debt or loans and improve credit. 9% of surveyed people confirmed that saving for retirement to ensure a comfortable lifestyle in the final years is their main target. Around 8% reported that their priority is saving for the tuition fees and education costs of their children while 17% choose to buy a home or pay off existing mortgage before other things. 8% of the population would like to build wealth through investments such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or real estate. For 9% of people, saving for vacations or upgrading their lifestyle is the number one concern. Approximately 11% of the residents said that saving for healthcare expenses including insurance premiums is their main goal.

Chart showing the percentage of families who are in debt in Murcia

Debt, loans, and mortgages in Murcia


Percentage of families who are in debt


In Debt
22%
Debt Free
79%

According to the survey, 22% of the families in Murcia have some kind of debt, loan, mortgage, or credit card payments while 79% reported that they don't have financial obligations to banks.


Chart showing debt-to-income ratio in Murcia

Debt-to-income ratio in Murcia

Debt to income ratio

27%

19% to 36%

( monthly debt payment / monthly income ) x 100

Interpretation

The debt-to-income ratio measures the percentage of income being paid as debt settlement across the population. It is calculated by dividing the monthly debt settlement payment of an individual by their monthly income. Based on collected data, approximately 27% of a family's monthly income in Murcia goes to debt settlement.


Debt levels

Monthly debt settlement payment as percentage of monthly income

Debt-to-income ratio% People
> 60%3%
50% - 60%15%
40% - 50%13%
30% - 40%15%
20% - 30%13%
10% - 20%15%
0% - 10%27%

According to our data, 3% of the debtors in Murcia pay 60%+ of their income as debt settlement while 15% of the people pay 50% to 60% of their income for the same, which is quite an alarming financial situation for those individuals. 13% of people in debt dedicate 40% to 50% of their income to loan and mortgage payments while 15% dedicated 30% to 40% of income for same. Things are looking brighter for 13% of individuals as they only pay 20% to 30% of their income for loan and credit card repayment.


Distribution by type of debt in Murcia

Debt% People
Real Estate Mortgage11%
Auto Loan19%
Student Loan3%
Credit Card27%
Personal Loan40%

11% of debtors in Murcia confirm that real estate mortgages constitutes the main part of their outstanding debt while 27% say that credit card payments are the reason they are in debt. Auto loans were the main type of debt for 19% of people and personal loans rose at 40%. Lastly, student loans are the main source of debt for 3% of debtors in Murcia.


About credit score and debt management

Managing debt is a critical aspect of maintaining a favorable credit score. Debt reduction is the first thing you should do improve your financial situation. Getting rid of debt takes precedence over saving money because of interest rates.

Good debt vs. Bad debt

Not all debt is bad. Good debt typically refers to borrowing money for investments that can increase in value or generate income over time like purchasing a home or acquiring student loans. On the other hand, bad debt involves borrowing for things that fail to generate lasting value like high-interest credit card debt used for non-essential expenses like luxury items or vacations.


Loan Affordability Index in Murcia

Besides measuring the loan-to-income ratio, we asked families of Murcia how many times in a year they defaulted or were unable to pay their due credit card or loan payments on time. Understanding how often people default on their due payments is one of the indicators of the cost of living and economic situation.

Frequency and percentage of people who failed to pay their monthly credit card or loan payments on time last year.

Frequency% People
Never53%
Once a year23%
Twice a year12%
Three times a year8%
Four times a year4%
Housing and accommodation affordability, property price to income ratio, rent to income ratio, and housing affordability index chart in Murcia

Housing costs, accommodation, and housing affordability in Murcia

Rental costs and house/apartment prices can vary drastically between different areas and locations.


Rent Cost in Murcia

Monthly Rent Prices

Studio apartment monthly rent cost

260 EUR 390 EUR 1,100 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$290 $430 $1,100

1-bedroom apartment monthly rent cost

390 EUR 630 EUR 1,600 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$430 $680 $1,700

2-bedroom apartment monthly rent cost

530 EUR 790 EUR 2,100 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$570 $860 $2,300

3-bedroom apartment monthly rent cost

630 EUR 1,100 EUR 2,900 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$680 $1,100 $3,100

Furnished apartment monthly rent cost

1,300 EUR 3,200 EUR 6,300 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$1,400 $3,400 $6,800

Townhouse monthly rent cost

1,100 EUR 1,600 EUR 4,500 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$1,100 $1,700 $4,900

House monthly rent cost

1,300 EUR 3,200 EUR 6,300 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$1,400 $3,400 $6,800

Villa monthly rent cost

1,600 EUR 3,900 EUR 6,300 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$1,700 $4,300 $6,800

The monthly rental cost of a studio apartment in Murcia ranges between 260 EUR and 1,100 EUR, meanwhile the cost of monthly rental of a one-bedroom apartment can be anywhere from 390 EUR to 1,600 EUR. Two-bedroom rentals rate ranges between 530 EUR and 2,100 EUR per month. The monthly rental for a three-bedroom apartment ranges from 630 EUR to 2,900 EUR. The average rent of a townhouse in Murcia is around 1,600 EUR while house rental costs can be as high as 3,200 EUR per month. Finally, if you want to rent a villa, expect to pay anywhere from 1,600 EUR to 6,300 EUR per month.



Apartment and house prices in Murcia

Cost of buying a property

Studio apartment price

53,000 EUR 79,000 EUR 160,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$57,000 $86,000 $170,000

1-bedroom apartment price

63,000 EUR 110,000 EUR 390,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$68,000 $110,000 $430,000

2-bedroom apartment price

110,000 EUR 320,000 EUR 630,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$110,000 $340,000 $680,000

3-bedroom apartment price

350,000 EUR 530,000 EUR 1.6M EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$380,000 $570,000 $1.7M

Townhouse price

450,000 EUR 1.1M EUR 3.9M EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$490,000 $1.1M $4.3M

House price

530,000 EUR 3.2M EUR 4.5M EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$570,000 $3.4M $4.9M

Villa price

630,000 EUR 3.5M EUR 5.3M EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$680,000 $3.8M $5.7M

The average price of a studio apartment in Murcia can range from 53,000 EUR to 160,000 EUR depending on location. One bedroom cost can be anywhere from 63,000 EUR to 390,000 EUR. A villa can cost you 3.5M EUR on average with prices ranging from 630,000 EUR to 5.3M EUR.


If you're leasing or purchasing, housing costs in Murcia will probably constitute your biggest expenditure, yet it's an area where you wield considerable influence. This is due to the substantial variance in housing prices across communities. Keep in mind the location of your workplace and the accessibility of essential amenities to prevent negating the savings from lower rental rates with increased transportation expenses.

House / apartment prices to income ratio


Property price to income ratio

( average property price / average monthly income ) x 100


36 x106 monthly income 194
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

Property prices in Murcia can be x106 to x194 multiples of the monthly income depending on the property and the income of the person. On average, property prices are approximately x106 multiples of the average monthly salary in Murcia.



Rent to income ratio


Rent to income ratio

( monthly rental / monthly income ) x 100


20% 29% of income 38%
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

The average rent-to-income ratio in Murcia is around 29%. This means that people pay 29% of their income for rent. Those figures can range from 20% to 38% depending on the salary, location, and type of property.


The housing-to-income ratio is a very important metric to evaluate and measure how affordable living is in a particular area, city, or country since housing comprises the biggest chunk of expenditure. A higher housing to income ratio means that the place is relatively expensive. The figure by itself does tell much. It only starts to make sense when comparing the housing to income ratio across different locations.

Housing affordability index

The housing affordability index measures how affordable accommodation is in a particular place. This can measured in multiple ways, the most common being housing expenditure to total expenditure ratio and the rent to income ratio. The housing expenditure ratio is a figure reported by individuals on the percentage they allocate for housing. Rent to income ratio is calculated by dividing the average monthly rent by the average income. Because these values are both percentages, we can find their average and get the best of the two worlds.

Housing Affordability Index
27%

Property Taxes

Real estate owners pay property taxes to local tax authorities, which are determined by the assessed value of their property. Typically, these taxes are paid once a year. Property tax funds contribute to community development, financing infrastructure improvements, public services, and local education initiatives.


FROM
2%
AVERAGE
3%
TO
3.9%

Home Maintenance Costs

Home maintenance costs encompass various expenses associated with the upkeep and repair of a residence. These expenditures include regular tasks such as lawn care, pest control, and HVAC system servicing, as well as occasional repairs and renovations like fixing leaks, painting, or replacing appliances.


4.5 EUR 59 EUR 590 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

Urban vs. rural living costs

Urban living typically entails higher housing and transportation costs due to demand and limited space, while rural areas generally offer lower housing expenses but may have higher prices for goods and services. The differnce in rental rates between urban areas and rural areas can be as high as 300% in some cases.

Monthly costs and expenses of energy and basic utilities in Murcia

Utilities expenditure can vary slightly between different areas and locations.


Energy, electricity, water, gas, internet, and mobile cost in Murcia

Utility Bill Cost / Electricity + Water + Gas / Family

79 EUR 230 EUR 1,500 EUR
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$86 $250 $1,600

Internet and cable cost

16 EUR 32 EUR 43 EUR
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$17 $35 $47

Mobile phone bill and charges

13 EUR 21 EUR 64 EUR
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$14 $23 $70

Because most utility bills club electricity, water, and gas costs in one bill, we can't provide a breakup for each type of utility and will display electricity, gas, and water as single cost.


The average monthly energy and water consumption of families is around 230 EUR. The cost of internet and WiFi ranges from 16 EUR to 43 EUR with 32 EUR being the average internet bill. Finally, the average monthly mobile charges is around 21 EUR but can range between 13 EUR and 64 EUR depending on consumption. Mobile charges include both calling minutes as well as data packages.


Energy / Utility expense to income ratio


( monthly utility expenses / monthly income ) x 100


1.9% 4.7% of income 8.4%
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The average utility-to-income ratio in Murcia is around 4.7%. This means that people pay 4.7% of their income for energy, water, internet, and mobile charges. Those figures can range from 1.9% to 8.4% depending on salary and location.

Food Prices, Dining Expenses, and Grocery Costs in Murcia

Grocery / Food expenditure and prices can vary drastically between different areas and locations.


Prices and cost of goods and services in Murcia

Dining out, food, and beverages costs. Price variations for common food items.

Fast food combo meal price

3.2 EUR 6.4 EUR 11 EUR
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$3.5 $7 $12

The average price of a regular combo meal at a fast food outlet or chain like McDonald's, Pizzahut, or KFC in Murcia is approximatly 6.4 EUR with meal cost ranging from 3.2 EUR to 11 EUR. The typical combo meal consists of a burger, french fries, and a drink.

Restaurant meal for one price

11 EUR 16 EUR 32 EUR
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$12 $17 $35

If you are planning to have a nice meal at a mid-range restaurant, expect to pay anywhere between 11 EUR and 32 EUR with 16 EUR being the average price of a plate for one person at a regular restaurant in Murcia.

Fine dining meal for one price

21 EUR 32 EUR 130 EUR
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$23 $35 $140

The price range of a meal at fine-dining restaurant is 21 EUR to 130 EUR with the average cost being 32 EUR for one person. This is what you would expect to pay a top-tier diner in Murcia.

Beverage prices, cappuccino, latte etc..

2.7 EUR 4.3 EUR 6.4 EUR
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$2.9 $4.7 $7

The average price of a regular beverage like cappuccino or latte at Starbucks, Costa, or similar coffee shops and cafes in Murcia is around 4.3 EUR. Price ranges between 2.7 EUR and 6.4 EUR depending on the type of beverage, the size, and optional add-ons.



Grocery and market costs

Large bottle of milk price

2.1 EUR 2.6 EUR 3.2 EUR
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$2.3 $2.8 $3.5

The average price of a large bottle of milk in Murcia is 2.6 EUR. The maximum what you would pay for milk is 3.2 EUR and the minimum being 2.1 EUR depending on the brand of milk and other properties.

12 eggs price

1.6 EUR 2.1 EUR 3.2 EUR
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$1.7 $2.3 $3.5

A dozen eggs costs around 2.1 EUR on average with 1.6 EUR and 3.2 EUR being the lower and upper limits respectively.

Fresh whole chicken price

3.7 EUR 4.7 EUR 6.7 EUR
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$4 $5.1 $7.3

The price range of a fresh whole chicken in Murcia is between 3.7 EUR and 6.7 EUR depending on the size of the chicken and whether it is oraganic or not. The average price is approximatly 4.7 EUR.

Pack of beef price

4.3 EUR 6.4 EUR 13 EUR
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$4.7 $7 $14

The price of a regular pack of beef or meat is around 6.4 EUR. A pack of beef contains around 1Kg or 1lb depending on packing.

Medium bag of rice price

1.7 EUR 2.4 EUR 3.4 EUR
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$1.9 $2.6 $3.6

A bag of rice in Murcia costs around 2.4 EUR on average with prices rangeing between 1.7 EUR and 3.4 EUR depending on the brand and quality.

Bag of tomatos price

0.65 EUR 0.86 EUR 1.6 EUR
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$0.70 $0.93 $1.7

A bag of tomatoes costs anywhere from 0.65 EUR to 1.6 EUR. A bag of tomatoes denotes 1Kg or 1lb depending on location.

Bag of apples price

1.2 EUR 1.5 EUR 2.5 EUR
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$1.2 $1.6 $2.7

A bag of apples costs 1.5 EUR on average. A bag of apples denotes 1Kg or 1lb depending on location.


Grocery and food expenditure to income ratio


( monthly grocery expenses / monthly income ) x 100


17% 24% of income 30%
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The average grocery-to-income ratio in Murcia is around 24%. This means that families spend 24% of their income on grocery and basic household items. The expenditure can range from 17% to 30% depending on salary and location.


Expenditure on food and grocery for families

Families' spending on grocery ranges from 290 EUR to 5,300 EUR with the location, income, and size of the family being the most determinite factors.

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