MadridSpain · Europe

Spain · Europe · Population 3,255,944 · Europe/Madrid

Madrid in Spain (Europe) offers an estimated monthly cost of ~$2050 incl. rent, a safety index of 68/100, an average annual temperature of 15.5°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

$2050incl. rent · est. range

$1600 – $2800

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

Safety index

68/100

Source: public statistical estimate · safety index

Climate (10-yr avg)

15.5°C avg/yr

461mm · 3689h sunshine/yr

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

Fixed broadband

220Mbps median down

Source: public statistical estimate (fixed broadband)

Air quality

9.7µg/m³ PM2.5 · Good

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

Visa overview

Official digital nomad visa

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

FAQ

What is the cost of living in Madrid?

Madrid has an estimated monthly cost of ~$2050 including rent (range $1600–$2800), based on open-data statistical estimates and page snapshots.

Is Madrid safe?

Madrid scores 68/100 on the public statistical safety estimate (higher is safer).

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 Madrid?

Median fixed broadband download is about 220 Mbps (public statistical estimate).

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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