Santa Pola, Spain
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This coastal town on Spain's Mediterranean may draw tourists for its salt flats and beaches, but its population of just 39,709 can double in the summer months. The bureaucracy is a persistent headache, with the official language being Valencian despite 90% of the population speaking it. While the nearby nature reserve of Carabasi offers some respite, Santa Pola is ultimately a fishing and tourist hub better suited for those seeking a quiet, laidback lifestyle than big-city thrills.
Can I afford Santa Pola?
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You could save
$1663 / month
Savings Rate55%
Rent $552
Living Costs $785
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Safety4
Healthcare100
Walkability5
NomadGrocery Basket
Milk (1L)$1
Bread (loaf)—
Eggs (12)$4
Rice (1kg)—
Chicken (1kg)—
Eating Out
Meal (Inexpensive)$17
Meal (Mid-range)$100
Cappuccino$3
Water (0.33L)—
Utilities & Lifestyle
Utilities (mo)$199
Mobile Plan (mo)$23
Gym (mo)$43
Cinema Ticket$10
Housing
1BR Center (mo)$552
1BR Outside (mo)—
3BR Center (mo)$1220
3BR Outside (mo)—
Expat Life
English Proficiency
—Expat Community
—Top Neighborhoods
—Elevation
4mNearest Airport
ALC (10km)Local Economy
Avg Monthly Salary
$2025Mortgage Interest Rate
3.5%🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle
Avg Internet
— Temperature
— Annual Rainfall
256 mm Coworking Spaces
— Best Months to Visit
Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov