BilbaoSpain · Europe

Spain · Europe · Population 347,342 · Europe/Madrid

Bilbao in Spain (Europe) offers an estimated monthly cost of ~$2054 incl. rent, an average annual temperature of 14.8°C for digital nomads and remote workers. This page compiles cost of living, safety, climate, internet speed, air quality and visa overview with per-item data sources and dates.

Monthly cost

$2054incl. rent · est. range

$1746 – $2465

Source: public statistical estimate (NYC=100 basis) linear fit + page snapshot, updated 2026-10-07

Safety index

Data pending (see country-level)

Source: no city-level safety estimate

Climate (10-yr avg)

14.8°C avg/yr

1166mm · 3019h sunshine/yr

Source: Open-Meteo Historical（CC BY 4.0）2015–2024

Fixed broadband

214Mbps median down

Source: public statistical estimate (fixed broadband) (country-level)

Air quality

10.2µg/m³ PM2.5 · Fair

Source: Open-Meteo CAMS · WHO 2021 band (2022-08 ~ 2024-12)

Visa overview

Official remote-work visa (since 2023; requires an employment contract or proof of self-employment)

Source: Spain snapshot (2026-10-03) · Disclaimer: visa policies change — always verify with official channels

FAQ

What is the cost of living in Bilbao?

Bilbao has an estimated monthly cost of ~$2054 including rent (range $1746–$2465), based on open-data statistical estimates and page snapshots.

Is Bilbao safe?

City-level safety index is pending; country-level reference for Spain is 61.9/100 (Global Peace Index rank #37). Always check the latest official travel advisories.

How can Chinese passport holders enter Spain?

Snapshot as of 2026-10-03: mainland Chinese passport holders are visaRequired to Spain. Verify with official immigration channels before travel.

How fast is the internet in Bilbao?

Median fixed broadband download is about 214 Mbps (public statistical estimate) at country level.

About Spain

Spain: GDP per capita ~$38,627 (World Bank), HDI 0.911, Global Peace Index rank #37 (IEP 2024). Open Spain country page →

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