At a glance
 ES
Bilbao
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ES
San Sebastián
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|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Nomad score | 6.9 / 10 | 6.7 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $3,353 / mo | $4,258 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 19° / 12°C | 17° / 12°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 33 Good | 27 Good |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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ES
Bilbao
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ES
San Sebastián
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|---|---|---|
| Average high | 19.8°C | 19°C |
| Average low | 11.1°C | 11.9°C |
| Precipitation | 97 mm / mo | 133 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 243 h / mo | 251 h / mo |
| Humidity | 79% | 79% |
| Rain days | 12.7 / mo | 14.2 / mo |
| Wind speed | 15.9 km/h | 17.3 km/h |
ES
Bilbao · average high by month
J 13
F 15
M 16
A 18
M 20
J 24
J 25
A 27
S 25
O 23
N 17
D 14
ES
San Sebastián · average high by month
J 13
F 15
M 16
A 17
M 19
J 23
J 24
A 25
S 23
O 22
N 16
D 14
Air quality
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Bilbao
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San Sebastián
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| US AQI | 33 | 27 |
| PM2.5 | 12 µg/m³ | 7 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 13.8 µg/m³ | 8.6 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 18 µg/m³ | 44 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 0 | 0 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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ES
Bilbao
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ES
San Sebastián
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 5.1 | 4.8 |
| Local Payment Services | 8.1 | 8.4 |
| Startup Scene | 6.6 | 6.1 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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Bilbao
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ES
San Sebastián
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| Air Conditioning | 4.0 | 5.4 |
| Green Spaces | 7.7 | 8.0 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 6.8 | 8.5 |
| Noise Pollution | 6.4 | 5.8 |
| Seasonal Variety | 6.5 | 7.3 |
| Weather | 6.3 | 6.3 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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Bilbao
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ES
San Sebastián
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| Mobile Network Coverage | 8.8 | 8.8 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 8.5 | 8.3 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 7.8 | 6.9 |
| VPN Reliability | 7.8 | 8.5 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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ES
Bilbao
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ES
San Sebastián
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|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 4.9 | 2.8 |
| Cost of Living | 5.1 | 3.8 |
| Currency Stability | 9.2 | 9.3 |
| Entertainment Cost | 6.4 | 5.6 |
| Food & Groceries | 5.8 | 5.0 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| Transportation Cost | 7.3 | 7.5 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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Bilbao
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ES
San Sebastián
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| Culture | 8.7 | 8.7 |
| Indoors Fun | 7.3 | 7.0 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 7.0 | 6.2 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 8.2 | 8.4 |
| Nightlife | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 8.5 | 9.1 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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Bilbao
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ES
San Sebastián
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| Nomad Events & Meetups | 5.0 | 6.2 |
| Nomad Friendly | 7.0 | 7.6 |
| Online Community Presence | 5.1 | 5.8 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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ES
Bilbao
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ES
San Sebastián
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| Cafes with WiFi | 7.5 | 7.1 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 7.3 | 6.0 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 6.6 | 6.2 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 5.6 | 5.2 |
| Internet Speed | 9.0 | 8.6 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 8.4 | 8.8 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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Bilbao
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San Sebastián
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| Fitness Facilities | 7.4 | 7.7 |
| Food Scene | 8.5 | 9.2 |
| Healthy Food Options | 7.4 | 8.3 |
| Yoga Studios | 6.6 | 6.9 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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Bilbao
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San Sebastián
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| Healthcare | 8.1 | 8.1 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 7.5 | 6.8 |
| Healthcare Quality | 8.5 | 8.6 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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Bilbao
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ES
San Sebastián
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 8.4 | 8.4 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 5.1 | 4.4 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 6.0 | 4.3 |
| Freedom of Speech | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| Political Stability | 5.7 | 5.7 |
| Tax Friendliness | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Visa Ease | 7.0 | 7.0 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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ES
Bilbao
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ES
San Sebastián
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|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 8.5 | 8.2 |
| Cleanliness | 8.1 | 8.2 |
| Environmental Quality | 7.8 | 8.4 |
| Family Friendly | 8.1 | 8.2 |
| Language Barrier | 5.8 | 5.4 |
| Work-Life Balance | 8.3 | 8.2 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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Bilbao
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ES
San Sebastián
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| Female Friendly | 7.8 | 8.0 |
| Racial Tolerance | 7.2 | 7.8 |
| Safety | 7.3 | 8.2 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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Bilbao
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San Sebastián
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| Airport Connectivity | 7.5 | 6.2 |
| Cycling | 6.8 | 7.5 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 6.8 | 7.3 |
| Public Transit | 8.5 | 7.5 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 7.5 | 5.6 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 7.0 | 6.1 |
| Walkability | 8.4 | 8.8 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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Bilbao
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San Sebastián
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| Coworking Quality | 7.1 | 7.0 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 6.0 | 5.5 |
| Networking Opportunities | 6.4 | 5.8 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 5.5 | 5.6 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 8.2 | 8.3 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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Bilbao
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San Sebastián
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| Jeans | $34 per pair | $34 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $34 per dress | $34 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $17 per pair | $93 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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Bilbao
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ES
San Sebastián
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| Dining Out | $163 per month | $180 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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Bilbao
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San Sebastián
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| Cinema Ticket | $9.99 per ticket | $11 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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Bilbao
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San Sebastián
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| Coffee | $2.65 per cup | $2.32 per cup |
| Beer | $4.05 per pint | $3.50 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $20 per meal | $21 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $13 per meal | $11 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $73 per meal | $58 per meal |
| Apples | $2.06 per kg | $2.72 per kg |
| Bread | $1.47 per loaf | $1.47 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.30 per bottle | $0.47 per bottle |
| Milk | $0.94 per liter | $0.94 per liter |
| Rice | $2.12 per kg | $2.18 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $8.20 per kg | $8.20 per kg |
| Beef | $17 per kg | $17 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $7.35 per bottle | $7.35 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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ES
Bilbao
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ES
San Sebastián
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|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $299 per month | $299 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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Bilbao
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San Sebastián
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| Doctor Visit (GP) | $79 per visit | $58 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $4.38 per purchase | $4.38 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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Bilbao
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ES
San Sebastián
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| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $1,100 per month | $1,515 per month |
| Housing | $989 per month | $1,364 per month |
| Coworking Space | $312 per month | $247 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $1,571 per month | $2,357 per month |
| Coliving Space | $954 per month | $1,235 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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Bilbao
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San Sebastián
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| Internet & Mobile | $51 per month | $51 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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Bilbao
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ES
San Sebastián
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| Leisure Activities | $40 per month | $41 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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Bilbao
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San Sebastián
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| Haircut | $16 per visit | $20 per visit |
| Laundry | $5.05 per kg | $2.58 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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Bilbao
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San Sebastián
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| Mobile Plan | $17 per month | $17 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $34 per month | $34 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $11 one-time | $11 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $30 per month | $30 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $9.09 per hour | $9.09 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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Bilbao
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San Sebastián
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| Taxi Start | $5.44 per trip | $5.44 per trip |
| Transportation | $49 per month | $48 per month |
| Taxi per km | $1.01 per km | $1.01 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $38 per month | $35 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $8.93 per trip | $8.93 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.97 per liter | $1.96 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $8.98 per month | $184 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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Bilbao
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San Sebastián
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| Utilities | $111 per month | $84 per month |