Vigo
Spain
Updated on August 04, 2025
Overview
Vigo offers relatively affordable housing and living costs slightly below the Spanish average. The city has a mild oceanic climate with moderate rainfall. Public transport is available but limited compared to larger cities, and the city is fairly walkable. The job market is centered on maritime industries and manufacturing, with moderate opportunities. Healthcare access is good with public and private options. Safety is generally high, and the community is a mix of traditional Galician culture and modern urban life.
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€325.00
1-bed flat (center)€666.00
1-bed flat (outside)€513.33
3-bed flat (center)€1,062.00
3-bed flat (outside)€733.33
Utilities
Basic utilities€148.36
Internet€30.83
Mobile plan€18.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€1.50
Monthly pass€40.00
Taxi start€4.00
Gasoline (1 l)€1.59
Leisure
Cinema ticket€8.50
Fitness club€40.50
Education
Preschool (month)€466.67
Intl. primary (year)€7,300.00
Advantages
- ✓ Affordable housing compared to larger Spanish cities
- ✓ Good healthcare access with public and private options
- ✓ Mild climate with moderate rainfall
- ✓ Generally safe environment
- ✓ Walkable city center
Disadvantages
- × Limited public transport options
- × Job market concentrated in maritime and manufacturing sectors
- × Higher costs for groceries and transportation than national average
- × Childcare costs above average
- × Less diverse business scene