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title: "Spain for digital nomads: 39 cities compared (2026)"
url: https://nostos.navoy.io/countries/spain
description: "Spain for remote workers: 39 cities scored on cost, safety, healthcare, internet, visas, climate and air. Best city Santa Cruz de Tenerife (77/100). Spain ha…"
dataset: 2026.10.7 (2026-10-13)
license: CC BY 4.0
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# Spain for digital nomads: 39 cities compared (2026)

Spain has 39 cities in the dataset. Santa Cruz de Tenerife scores highest under balanced weights at 77/100; Seville is the cheapest with a city-level price at $1,435 a month. Spain has a dedicated remote-work visa, the International teleworking visa (digital nomad visa).

## Cities in Spain, ranked

| # | City | Score | Cost/mo (USD) | Download (Mbps) | Known for | Page |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | Santa Cruz de Tenerife | 77 | 2200 (national estimate) | 69.6 | Mild all year; Teide volcano | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/santa-cruz-de-tenerife |
| 2 | Las Palmas de Gran Canaria | 77 | 2200 (national estimate) | 61.8 | Mild all year; Las Canteras beach | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/las-palmas |
| 3 | Puerto de la Cruz | 77 | 2200 (national estimate) | 59.6 | Lago Martiánez sea pools; Playa Jardín black sand | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/puerto-de-la-cruz |
| 4 | Arrecife (Lanzarote) | 75 | 2200 (national estimate) | 49.8 | Volcanic landscapes; Year-round warmth | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/arrecife |
| 5 | Palma de Mallorca | 75 | 2200 (national estimate) | 92 | Mallorca beaches; Old town | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/palma |
| 6 | Sitges | 75 | 2200 (national estimate) | 74.3 | Seventeen beaches and the seafront; LGBTQ+ scene | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/sitges |
| 7 | Corralejo (Fuerteventura) | 75 | 2200 (national estimate) | 42.1 | Dune beaches; Wind and kite surfing | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/corralejo |
| 8 | Benidorm | 74 | 2200 (national estimate) | 57.1 | Levante and Poniente beaches; Skyline of towers | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/benidorm |
| 9 | Ibiza Town | 74 | 2200 (national estimate) | 77.2 | Dalt Vila old town; Balearic beaches | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/ibiza |
| 10 | Málaga | 74 | 2200 (national estimate) | 40.2 | Beach in the city; Growing tech scene | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/malaga |
| 11 | Bilbao | 73 | 2200 (national estimate) | 62.5 | Guggenheim; Pintxos culture | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/bilbao |
| 12 | Jerez de la Frontera | 73 | 2200 (national estimate) | 70.4 | Sherry bodegas; Flamenco in the gitano quarters | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/jerez-de-la-frontera |
| 13 | Cádiz | 73 | 2200 (national estimate) | 77.5 | City beaches; Carnival | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/cadiz |
| 14 | Mahón (Menorca) | 73 | 2200 (national estimate) | 61 | Natural harbour; Protected coast | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/mahon |
| 15 | San Sebastián | 73 | 2200 (national estimate) | 93.8 | La Concha beach; Pintxos bars | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/san-sebastian |
| 16 | Alicante | 73 | 2200 (national estimate) | 75.1 | Postiguet beach; Tram to nearby towns | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/alicante |
| 17 | Barcelona | 73 | 2694 | 57.8 | Mediterranean beaches; Design and tech scene | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/barcelona |
| 18 | Salamanca | 73 | 2200 (national estimate) | 86.2 | University founded 1218; Plaza Mayor | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/salamanca |
| 19 | Tarragona | 73 | 2200 (national estimate) | 50.2 | Roman amphitheatre and walls (UNESCO); Platja del Miracle city beach | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/tarragona |
| 20 | Tarifa | 72 | 2200 (national estimate) | 48.7 | Kitesurfing and windsurfing; Views of Morocco | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/tarifa |
| 21 | Madrid | 72 | 2579 | 59 | Late-night culture; Museums and parks | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/madrid |
| 22 | Valencia | 72 | 1949 | 42.6 | Flat, bikeable city; Turia park | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/valencia |
| 23 | Córdoba (Spain) | 72 | 2200 (national estimate) | 80.2 | Mezquita-Catedral; Patio festival in May | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/cordoba-spain |
| 24 | Girona | 72 | 2200 (national estimate) | 87.7 | Pro-cycling base; Jewish quarter | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/girona |
| 25 | Toledo | 72 | 2200 (national estimate) | 83.4 | Walled old town above the Tagus; El Greco and the cathedral | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/toledo |
| 26 | Valladolid | 72 | 2200 (national estimate) | 76.7 | Tapas bars; Ribera del Duero and Rueda wines | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/valladolid |
| 27 | Marbella | 72 | 2254 | 89.8 | Puerto Banús marina; Whitewashed old town | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/marbella |
| 28 | Murcia | 72 | 2200 (national estimate) | 59.1 | Baroque cathedral and old town; Huerta market gardens | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/murcia |
| 29 | Seville | 72 | 1435 | 42.2 | Tapas and flamenco; Orange-tree streets | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/seville |
| 30 | Oviedo | 71 | 2200 (national estimate) | 91.2 | Sidrerías on Calle Gascona; Pre-Romanesque churches (UNESCO) | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/oviedo |
| 31 | Santander | 71 | 2200 (national estimate) | 91.9 | Sardinero beaches; Cheap for coastal Spain | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/santander |
| 32 | Almería | 70 | 2200 (national estimate) | 74.4 | Alcazaba fortress; Cabo de Gata beaches | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/almeria |
| 33 | Zaragoza | 70 | 2200 (national estimate) | 62.2 | Basílica del Pilar; High-speed rail to Madrid and Barcelona | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/zaragoza |
| 34 | Gijón | 70 | 2200 (national estimate) | 74.6 | San Lorenzo beach; Cimadevilla old quarter | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/gijon |
| 35 | Pamplona | 70 | 2200 (national estimate) | 89.1 | San Fermín bull run; Citadel and city walls | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/pamplona |
| 36 | Granada | 70 | 2200 (national estimate) | 78.2 | Alhambra; Free tapas | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/granada |
| 37 | A Coruña | 69 | 2200 (national estimate) | 67.5 | Tower of Hercules; Riazor and Orzán beaches | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/a-coruna |
| 38 | Santiago de Compostela | 69 | 2200 (national estimate) | 67.8 | Cathedral and the Camino de Santiago; UNESCO granite old town | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/santiago-de-compostela |
| 39 | Vigo | 66 | 2200 (national estimate) | 43.7 | Cíes Islands; Europe's largest fishing port | https://nostos.navoy.io/cities/vigo |
## National figures shared by every city

| Figure | Value | Source |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Homicide rate | 0.73 per 100,000 | Victims of intentional homicide per 100,000 population (national data, latest year), 2024 |
| Political stability | 69th percentile | Worldwide Governance Indicators — Political Stability and Absence of Violence (score 0–100), 2025 |
| Health coverage index | 84/100 | UHC service coverage index, 2023 |
| Life expectancy | 82.7 years | Life expectancy at birth (years), both sexes, 2021 |
| Human Development Index | 0.918 | Human Development Index (HDR 2025, HDI 2023), 2023 |
| English proficiency | moderate | EF English Proficiency Index 2024 (band), 2024 |
## Visas and entry

| Passport | Entry rule |
| --- | --- |
| US | 90 days visa-free |
| EU (Germany) | freedom of movement |
| UK | 90 days visa-free |
Source: Passport Index dataset (visa requirements, 199 passports × 199 destinations), 2026-02. Long stay: dedicated nomad visa in the [Spain visa guide](https://nostos.navoy.io/visas/spain).

## Compare

- https://nostos.navoy.io/compare/malaga-vs-valencia
- https://nostos.navoy.io/compare/las-palmas-vs-santa-cruz-de-tenerife
- https://nostos.navoy.io/compare/puerto-de-la-cruz-vs-santa-cruz-de-tenerife
- https://nostos.navoy.io/compare/arrecife-vs-santa-cruz-de-tenerife

## FAQ

### Is Spain good for digital nomads?

Santa Cruz de Tenerife scores 77/100 under balanced weights, which ranks it 1 of 1,000 cities in the dataset. Spain's 39 cities average 72.4/100. Strongest factors in Santa Cruz de Tenerife: climate and healthcare; weakest: cost of living.

### What is the cheapest city in Spain for a remote worker?

Seville, at about $1,435 a month for one person including rent (WhereNext city cost estimates 2026 (city pages), 2026-09). Barcelona is the most expensive city-priced option at $2,694.

### Does Spain have a digital nomad visa?

Yes: the International teleworking visa (digital nomad visa). Minimum income $2,741/month. Details, documents and official sources are in the Spain visa guide.

### How long can a US, EU or UK citizen stay in Spain without a visa?

US passport: 90 days visa-free. EU passport (Germany as reference): freedom of movement. UK passport: 90 days visa-free. Source: Passport Index dataset (visa requirements, 199 passports × 199 destinations), 2026-02.

### Which city in Spain has the fastest internet?

San Sebastián, with a measured median download of 93.8 Mbps (M-Lab, 2024). Measured speeds run below advertised plans everywhere; 40 Mbps measured is already good.

### How safe is Spain?

Spain records 0.73 homicides per 100,000 people (Victims of intentional homicide per 100,000 population (national data, latest year), 2024) and sits at the 69th percentile for political stability (World Bank WGI, 2025). These are national figures; city pages note local caveats.

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