The Cheapest Spanish Cities For Digital Nomads To Live In

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On the JJ Barnes Blog, as a digital nomad, I could live and work anywhere, so I check out tips for which are the cheapest Spanish cities for digital nomads to live in from Why This Place.

I am a digital nomad. My work is entirely done online, from my laptop, and I when I work with others it’s entirely remote communication. This means I could live and work anywhere in the world.

Recently my life has had a lot of upheavel. My relationship ended, and my daughters and I are now camping out at my mother’s while we look for a new home to figure out starting our lives over in. But as a digital nomad… do I have to limit my ideas?

Spain is one of my absolute favourite countries in the world to visit and has recently brought out a specific Digital Nomad Visa. The weather, the people, the food, the art. I love it there. So, why not consider spending more time there?

To help me out, the experts at experts at Why This Place sent over their research into the average cost of several factors to consider when chooseing a Spanish city to live in, including rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre, utilities, groceries, and transport. The cost of each factor was added up for each city to determine which ones are the cheapest to live in.

Digital Nomads

A digital nomad is a person who works remotely and travels the world. They typically use technology to do their work, such as a laptop and internet connection. Digital nomads have the freedom to work from anywhere in the world, which allows them to experience new cultures and meet new people.

There are many reasons why a digital nomad lifestyle can be a good choice:

• Freedom: Digital nomads have the freedom to work from anywhere in the world. This can be a great way to experience new cultures and meet new people.
• Flexibility: Digital nomads can set their own hours and work from anywhere with an internet connection. This can be a great way to balance work and travel.
• Expense savings: Digital nomads often save money by living in cheaper countries. This can free up more money to spend on travel and experiences.
• Personal development: Digital nomads often have the opportunity to learn new skills and meet new people from all over the world. This can be a great way to grow personally and professionally.

Cheapest Spanish Cities To Live In

Rank	City	Total Monthly Cost
1	Ávila	£378.46
2	Ferrol	£467.18
3	Huesca	£474.94
4	Ourense	£529.65
5	Cáceres	£540.44
6	Santiago de Compostela	£546.35
7	Jaén	£552.11
8	Torrevieja	£572.01
9	Jerez	£576.70
10	Gandia	£584.43

Ávila

Ávila earns the title of Spain’s most affordable city for digital nomads. Due to its walled enclosure, which was constructed in the Middle Ages as a defense mechanism and to protect citizens from plague outbreaks, the city, which is rich in history, has a distinct style. You won’t have to worry about spending more than you can afford because the entire cos of living will only set you back £378.46; And at just £250 per month, rent is the cheapest in this city when compared to other cities.

Ferrol

Ferrol comes in at number two on the list, costing £467.18 all together. Ferrol is a small city in the northwest of Spain that has a lot of great food and drink, and you can take advantage of this and enjoy mouthwatering seafood without spending a lot of money because the average cost of a meal in a restaurant is just £9, which is the lowest price of any city in Spain.

Huesca

Huesca comes in third place as the cheapest city in Spain, with a total cost of £474.94. The city has a lot of culture, and it has beautiful streets where you can see what the city was like hundreds of years ago. Utilities are especially modest here costing a normal of £79.74 per month.

Ourense

Ourense comes in at number four on the list, costing £529.65 all in. The Galician empanada, made with eel, octopus, and bonito fish, is one of many traditional dishes in Ourense, which is in the northwestern part of Spain. Wash back the flavorful food with a beer, which costs a normal of £1.60.

Cáceres

Cáceres is ranked fifth with a total of £540.44. Cáceres was designated a World Heritage City in 1986 due to its numerous Renaissance palaces and picturesque cobblestone streets. You can fuel your brain for your time spent working remotely with a cappuccino that will set you back an average of just £1.27 while you spend your days exploring the city.

Santiago de Compostela

With a total cost of £546.35, Santiago de Compostela comes in sixth place. The city has a lot to offer, including the Parque de la Alameda and Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Getting around won’t cost much either, as an average one-way transportation ticket costs £1.

Jaén

Jaén is ranked seventh, with a total cost of £552.11 for the city. Make the most of the cheap prices at restaurants, which typically serve traditional Spanish and Mediterranean dishes and cost an average of £9.50; In Jaén, seafood, particularly trout, is a popular choice.

Torrevieja

Torrevieja comes in eighth place, just behind Jaén, at a cost of £572.01. Torrevieja, which is on the Costa Blanca, has a lot to offer, including a lively nightlife. An average beer costs £2.25, so you won’t have to spend a lot to relax on a weekend.

Jerez

Jerez comes in at number nine, with a total of £576.70. The old town in particular is a great place to visit. You can go to Plaza de la Yebra, where you can find a variety of tapas bars, or Plaza del Arenal, where you can get a cup of coffee in the morning. The latter is the perfect place to start your day, and the price of a cappuccino in the city is only £1.33 on average.

Gandia

Gandia is tenth on the list, coming in last with a total cost of £584.43. Playa Gandia is just one of the many beaches in the city, which is in the eastern part of Spain and overlooks the Mediterranean. Additionally, a one-way transportation ticket typically costs just £1, so exploring the city won’t break the bank.

Why This Place

On the findings, a spokesperson for Why This Place explained that numerous Brits will take advantage of the newly announced availability of Spain’s digital nomad visa to escape the typically gloomy British weather and head to Spain. But before you make the big move, it’s best to think about where the best deals are so you don’t spend too much of your monthly income on necessities and not enough to enjoy your new home.

It is fascinating to observe how inexpensive these cities are in spite of the fact that they have so much to offer, from Spanish-themed restaurants to historic monuments that represent a portion of the incredible culture. It just goes to show that moving to a great city doesn’t mean you have to live paycheck to paycheck. It will be interesting to see which other countries will eventually grant visas to digital nomads.

Conclusion

I loved the idea of traveling more when I was with my partner. I wanted us to up and away, explore the world and live with beautiful freedom. But just because that specific dream has had to come to and end, my own version doesn’t have to. Maybe one day I’ll take myself and my children off, for weeks or months at a time, to experience what our wide world has to offer. And Spain looks like a great place to start.