🏙️Spain
Valencia
Valencia offers affordable Mediterranean living with innovation - guide to Spain's third city.
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Population
825,000
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Highlight
Birthplace of paella with futuristic architecture
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Country
Spain
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Air Quality
30 (Good)
Perfect blend of traditional Spanish culture, modern innovation, and Mediterranean lifestyle
Quick stats
Cost Index
68/100
Rent (1BR center)
€700–1,800/month
Median Salary
€20,000–35,000 gross
Internet
100–300 Mbps
Safety
Very safe
Transport
Metro, buses, trams, Valenbisi
Areas & industries
Popular Neighborhoods
Ciutat VellaEixampleRuzafaEl CabanyalBenimacletL'Algirós
Key Sectors
AgricultureTourismTechnologyAutomotiveCeramicsTextilesPort Logistics
✓ Advantages
- •More affordable than Madrid/Barcelona
- •Beautiful beaches and Mediterranean climate
- •Rich culinary heritage (paella birthplace)
- •Growing tech and innovation sector
- •Historic old town with modern developments
- •Excellent work-life balance
! Considerations
- •Smaller international job market
- •Less English spoken than major cities
- •Limited nightlife compared to Madrid/Barcelona
- •Regional Spanish accent and Valencian language
Valencia FAQs
Good alternative to Madrid/Barcelona?
Yes - 30% cheaper, beautiful beaches, growing innovation sector, but fewer international opportunities.
Best for food lovers?
Absolutely - birthplace of paella, amazing local markets, traditional Valencian cuisine, and fresh Mediterranean seafood.
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