Is Arganzuela Expensive?

Madrid, Spain

-5% vs Madrid avg

Living in Arganzuela, Madrid

Arganzuela is a relatively affordable area in Madrid, with a cost of living index of 36.1 — that is -5% compared to the Madrid average. At #12 of 23, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €886/month, compared to a range of €653 in Carabanchel to €1,212 in Salamanca.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Arganzuela, housing takes up roughly 43% 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 €35,442 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Arganzuela

Salaries in Arganzuela reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 36.1:

After tax and deductions of 28.4% in Spain, take-home pay for someone earning €35,442 would be roughly €25,376/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

36.1
COLI Index
0.95x
vs City Avg
€886
Est. 1BR Rent
#12
of 23 Areas
28.4%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Arganzuela

Estimated annual deductions on a €22,957 salary in Arganzuela, Madrid (local employee).

Income Tax
22%
Social Security
6.3%
Total Deductions: 28.4%
Est. Take-Home: €16,446/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $27,075
London GBP £23,300
Dubai AED AED 135,478

Other Neighborhoods in Madrid

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Salamanca 49.4 1.30x +30%
Chamberí 44.8 1.18x +18%
Retiro 43.7 1.15x +15%
Barrio de las Letras 43.7 1.15x +15%
Chueca 42.6 1.12x +12%

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Compare Arganzuela

Arganzuela vs Carabanchel Arganzuela vs Salamanca

Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Arganzuela:

La Seu, Valencia Condado del Rey, Panama City Ñuñoa, Santiago Datong, Taipei Sants, Barcelona Vallcarca, Barcelona

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arganzuela expensive in Madrid?

Arganzuela is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Madrid. It costs about -5% less than the city average, ranking #12 out of 23 neighborhoods.

How does Arganzuela compare to the Madrid average?

The cost of living in Arganzuela is below the Madrid average. With a multiplier of 0.95x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -5% 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.