Cádiz
Spain
Updated on October 02, 2025
Overview
Cadiz is known as the oldest city in the West, with over 3,000 years of history. Located on the Atlantic coast of Andalusia, it is famous for its beaches, historic center, Carnival, and rich maritime tradition. The city offers a relaxed atmosphere with unique colonial architecture and exceptional gastronomy based on fish and seafood.
Average cost of living€1,020.00
Quality of Life80/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€300.00
1-bed flat (center)€550.00
1-bed flat (outside)€450.00
3-bed flat (center)€900.00
3-bed flat (outside)€750.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€2,200.00
sqm outside center€1,800.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€85.00
Internet€35.00
Mobile plan€20.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€1.40
Monthly pass€30.00
Taxi start€3.50
Gasoline (1 l)€1.45
Leisure
Cinema ticket€8.00
Fitness club€35.00
Education
Preschool (month)€250.00
Intl. primary (year)€0.00
Demographics
Population 114,000
Metropolitan area population 650,000
Metropolitan area —
Advantages
- ✓ Historic city with over 3,000 years of history
- ✓ Excellent beaches and coastal location
- ✓ Mild Mediterranean climate
- ✓ Rich maritime gastronomy
- ✓ World-famous Carnival
- ✓ Lower cost of living than Madrid or Barcelona
- ✓ Relaxed atmosphere and high quality of life
Disadvantages
- × Limited job opportunities
- × Tourism-dependent economy
- × Very hot summers
- × Less cultural offerings than major cities
- × Limited connectivity with other cities
- × Generally lower salaries