Before you go to sunny Spain on a long vacation or move forever, it does not hurt to know how much finance you have to spend regularly to close the basic needs of each family member.
At first glance, it may seem that living abroad is an expensive pleasure. In fact, the experience of our compatriots proves the opposite.
Medical field
In order to be able to seek medical help, a resident of Alicante will have to take out medical insurance. Its price is close to 40 euros, and it will be necessary to allocate them to cover insurance every month.
Housing issue
Leaving for Alicante, you can rent an apartment or buy your own. You will save on rent in the case of buying your own apartment, but you are only required to pay utility bills on time. If we are talking about a cottage, then you need to spend money on its maintenance and maintenance in good condition.
Paying a water bill in Spain is required every 3 months. The minimum is 45 euros for 3 months.
As for the light, the tariff is important. One is estimated at 0.11, the other at 0.17 cents per kilowatt. Add to this the tax deductions and meter readings. As a result, the minimum value is 25 euros for 1 month.
To minimize utility payments in Spain, it is important to learn how to save electricity. If you keep the air conditioner and heating 24 hours a day on and do not watch the turned on lights in several rooms at once, the meter can wind in the range of 150-300 euros.
In Alicante it is common to use gas heating and boilers. But, their functionality is provided by cylinders filled with butane. The cost of one unit is 15 euros, its volume is enough for a couple of months.
Food and clothing expenses
If you decide to buy property in Spain, we draw your attention to how much you have to allocate for food. You can save money by shopping in the fruit shops. It is possible to purchase 1 kg of good quality fruit at a price of 0.69-2 euros. 10 kg of purchased fruit will cost an average of 15 euros.
In general, branded stores abound. The cost of products is different, much depends on the brand. Most of the locals prefer the shops of Merkadona because both prices and quality of goods are affordable here.
In the supermarkets of Mercadona and Alcampo on Saturdays, you can cheaply buy fresh fish in the fish department due to discounts because the stores are closed on Sundays. Therefore, those who did not have time to make a purchase the previous day will have to wait for Monday.
Deciding to go to a restaurant, count on the account of 50 euros for two. At all-inclusive places (“bufet libre” in Spanish) like Tokyo or Colonial, for the “gluttony” you will have to pay 12.98-18.95 euros.
Locals who want to look gorgeous must go on sales at the outlet in Alicante. Clothing from famous brands costs only 5-20 euros. You should not be afraid of sales – clothes are fashionable, stylish and do not differ at all from product items at full price.
Transport spending
If you have a property in Alicante, but so far live a pedestrian life without a car, the cost of transport will be:
- Bus – the trip costs 1.35 euros. It is possible to get a bonus of 10 euros. In this case, each trip will cost 0.85 euros.
- One metro ride – 1.45 euros (your ticket is valid for at least 1 hour depending on a zone. You can also use this ticket for a bus ride). Buy a bonus and save for your pleasure!
- Taxi costs 5 km – 10 euros. Traveling by car from the center of Alicante to the airport, be prepared to donate 20 euros.
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