Is Poblenou Expensive?

Barcelona, Spain

+2% vs Barcelona avg

Living in Poblenou, Barcelona

Poblenou is a relatively affordable area in Barcelona, with a cost of living index of 42.9 — that is +2% compared to the Barcelona average. At #12 of 23, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €1,038/month, compared to a range of €733 in Nou Barris to €1,323 in Pedralbes.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Poblenou, housing takes up roughly 46% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 15%, while transportation costs around 8%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately €41,513 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Poblenou

Salaries in Poblenou reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 42.9:

After tax and deductions of 29.6% in Spain, take-home pay for someone earning €41,513 would be roughly €29,225/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

42.9
COLI Index
1.02x
vs City Avg
€1,038
Est. 1BR Rent
#12
of 23 Areas
29.6%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Poblenou

Estimated annual deductions on a €27,281 salary in Poblenou, Barcelona (local employee).

Income Tax
23%
Social Security
6.3%
Total Deductions: 29.6%
Est. Take-Home: €19,199/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Poblenou would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $32,175
London GBP £27,689
Dubai AED AED 160,997

Other Neighborhoods in Barcelona

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Pedralbes 54.7 1.30x +30%
Sarrià-Sant Gervasi 52.6 1.25x +25%
Born / El Born 50.5 1.20x +20%
Gothic Quarter 49.7 1.18x +18%
Eixample 48.4 1.15x +15%

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Compare Poblenou

Poblenou vs Nou Barris Poblenou vs Pedralbes

Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Poblenou:

Ekkamai, Bangkok Sathorn, Bangkok Shuiwei, Shenzhen El Cangrejo, Panama City Montmartre (18th), Paris Alésia (14th), Paris

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Poblenou expensive in Barcelona?

Poblenou is near the city average for Barcelona. Costs are about +2% vs the average, making it a mid-range neighborhood.

How does Poblenou compare to the Barcelona average?

The cost of living in Poblenou is near the Barcelona average. With a multiplier of 1.02x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +2% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include Instituto Nacional de Estadística (INE) · OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.