Where do most foreigners live in Spain?

Where do most expats live in Spain? Madrid and Barcelona are the cities most loved by expats in Spain. Thousands of expats and digital nomads find their home here every year. There are plenty of work opportunities in Madrid and Barcelona for those looking to relocate to Spain.



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With low crime rates being the norm, you would be remiss to overlook the major cities when considering safe places to live in Spain. Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia are all fantastic cities with their own vibrant cultures that are only slightly over the national average for crime statistics in 2021.

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Cheapest Places to Live in Spain
  1. Madrid. Madrid is one of the most affordable and enjoyable bigger cities in Spain. ...
  2. Bilbao. Another cheap city to consider is Bilbao. ...
  3. Santiago de Compostela. ...
  4. Fuengirola. ...
  5. Pamplona. ...
  6. Alicante. ...
  7. Santa Cruz de Tenerife. ...
  8. Málaga.


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Which best cities to live in Spain for expats
  1. Barcelona. This sunny city with gorgeous architecture attracts people from all over the world. ...
  2. Madrid. Madrid is the capital of Spain with all its features. ...
  3. Valencia. ...
  4. Malaga. ...
  5. Seville.


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The Spanish village of Rubia in Galicia will pay expats up to €150 a month to live there. The scheme is targeted at families with the hope of increasing student numbers at local schools. Rubia is located in northwest Spain, 2.5 hours' drive east of Santiago de Compostela.

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Best places to live in Spain: the verdict
  • San Sebastián: best for food and drink.
  • Frigiliana: best for rural escapes.
  • Marbella: best for families.
  • Toledo: best for affordable property.
  • Barcelona: best for culture.
  • The Canary Islands: best for climate.
  • Madrid: best for career opportunities.


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The Costa Blanca town of Benidorm is the most British city in Spain!

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You can stay in Spain for a maximum of 183 days per year (6 months) in order to not become a resident. If you spend an extra day (184 days and onwards), you will be regarded as a resident, hence paying resident taxes in the country.

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Is €1,000 enough to live in Spain per month? Yes, it is possible to live in Spain with 1,000 euros a month, as the minimum wage is 1,080 euros. However, the freedom and comfort you will have with around 1,000 euros a month will depend on the city you will live in.

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