Is Sant Andreu Expensive?

Barcelona, Spain

-22% vs Barcelona avg

Living in Sant Andreu, Barcelona

Sant Andreu is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Barcelona, with a cost of living index of 32.8 — that is -22% compared to the Barcelona average. Ranked #22 of 23, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €794/month, compared to a range of €733 in Nou Barris to €1,323 in Pedralbes.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Sant Andreu, housing takes up roughly 35% 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 €31,745 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Sant Andreu

Salaries in Sant Andreu reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 32.8:

After tax and deductions of 27.6% in Spain, take-home pay for someone earning €31,745 would be roughly €22,983/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

32.8
COLI Index
0.78x
vs City Avg
€794
Est. 1BR Rent
#22
of 23 Areas
27.6%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Sant Andreu

Estimated annual deductions on a €20,858 salary in Sant Andreu, Barcelona (local employee).

Income Tax
21%
Social Security
6.3%
Total Deductions: 27.6%
Est. Take-Home: €15,111/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $24,600
London GBP £21,170
Dubai AED AED 123,093

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 Sant Andreu

Sant Andreu vs El Clot Sant Andreu vs Nou Barris

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sant Andreu expensive in Barcelona?

Sant Andreu is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Barcelona. It costs about -22% less than the city average, ranking #22 out of 23 neighborhoods.

How does Sant Andreu compare to the Barcelona average?

The cost of living in Sant Andreu is well below the Barcelona average. With a multiplier of 0.78x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -22% 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.