Valladolid
Spain
Updated on August 22, 2025
Overview
Capital of Castile and León, historic city with important cultural and architectural heritage. University and business center with a rich gastronomic and wine tradition. Medium-sized city with good quality of life and services.
Average cost of living€1,857.00
Quality of Life75/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€280.00
1-bed flat (center)€550.00
1-bed flat (outside)€420.00
3-bed flat (center)€850.00
3-bed flat (outside)€650.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€95.00
Internet€35.00
Mobile plan€25.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€1.35
Monthly pass€32.00
Taxi start€3.20
Gasoline (1 l)€1.45
Leisure
Cinema ticket€8.50
Fitness club€35.00
Education
Preschool (month)€220.00
Intl. primary (year)€3,500.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€1,850.00
sqm outside center€1,200.00
Advantages
- ✓ Moderate cost of living compared to major capitals
- ✓ Rich cultural and gastronomic offer
- ✓ Excellent rail connectivity with Madrid
- ✓ University city with student atmosphere
- ✓ Notable historical and architectural heritage
- ✓ Close to Ribera del Duero wine region
Disadvantages
- × Continental climate with cold winters
- × Fewer job opportunities than Madrid or Barcelona
- × Limited nightlife
- × Less cultural diversity
- × Growing real estate market