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Madrid or San Sebastián
Comprehensive comparison between Madrid (Spain) and San Sebastián (Spain). Analyze differences in purchasing power, housing, safety, and visas to make your next move.
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Based on 2026 cost of living data, Madrid is more affordable than San Sebastián. Madrid has a cost rating of 70/100, while San Sebastián has a cost rating of 58/100.
In terms of safety, Madrid ranks higher with a safety score of 90/100, compared to San Sebastián at 90/100. Madrid's safety score is 90/100 and San Sebastián's safety score is 90/100.
Average rent in Madrid is typically 1,287.93 € per month, whereas typical rent in San Sebastián averages €800 - €1,200 per month.
For Madrid, the visa process is rated as: Digital Nomad (Spain's Digital Nomad Visa is fully active and leads to the Beckham Law tax status.). For San Sebastián, the process is rated as: Spanish Digital Nomad Visa & EU Freedom (Spain’s Nomad Visa provides non-EU remote workers a 1-to-3 year residence permit with streamlined tax benefits.).
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