Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Last updated on Apr 21, 2023
Summary: People often describe Barcelona, Spain as a vibrant, cosmopolitan city with a unique culture and a Mediterranean climate. Expats love the city's rich history, its beautiful architecture, its lively nightlife, its delicious cuisine, and its friendly people. The weather in Barcelona is typically mild, with temperatures ranging from the mid-50s to the mid-80s Fahrenheit (10-30 Celsius). The average cost of living for an expat is estimated to be around $2,000-$2,500 per month. The cost of a one bedroom apartment in Barcelona is typically around $1,000-$1,500 per month, while a two bedroom apartment can cost around $1,500-$2,000 per month. The population of Barcelona is estimated to be around 1.6 million people.
What are the pros and cons of living in Barcelona?
Expats, digital nomads and retirees living in Barcelona responded:
"Expats and digital nomads often appreciate the vibrant culture and beautiful architecture of Barcelona. The city is known for its lively nightlife, delicious cuisine, and stunning beaches. Additionally, the city is well-connected with excellent public transportation and a wide range of international flights. Expats and digital nomads may also appreciate the relatively low cost of living compared to other European cities. On the other hand, some expats and digital nomads may find the city to be overcrowded and noisy, and the language barrier can be a challenge," said one expat in Barcelona.
"I and my family love shopping in Mecardona which is next to our house, taking a walk together through the park. Then we take a train to go Barcelona, where we can visit El Corte Ingles to buy some new clothes, after that go to buffet restaurants to enjoy delicious food. And there we also come to visit the Aquarium. We mostly like reading so we able to get some interesting books in the central Terrassa library and others," remarked one expat in Barcelona.
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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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