Quality of life

For plenty of people in the UK, winter is more about dim afternoons than genuinely cold weather.

Madrid can work very well for family life, particularly for households that want the convenience of a large city without giving up parks, schools, healthcare and straightforward public transport.

Spain has been ranked the leading retirement destination in Europe and third worldwide in the 2026 Global Retirement Report and Index, according to Global Citizen Solutions. The country received a score of 99.6 out of 100 across measures including quality of life, mobility and citizenship, tax

Spain’s major mainland cities tend to lead the conversation around urban life, jobs and relocation.

Madrid and Barcelona tend to dominate conversations about moving to Spain. They have bigger international communities, more direct flights and the sort of name recognition that makes a relocation shortlist feel straightforward.The 2026 Global Cities Index points in a different direction.

Spain has placed 19th in Visual Capitalist’s 2026 ranking of the best countries for quality of life, ahead of Portugal, Italy and the United States.

Spain has topped InterNations’ 2026 Quality of Life Index for the fifth consecutive year.

If you're planning to move to Spain, accept a job offer or simply compare living costs across Europe, understanding the average salary in Spain can provide useful context.

Spain’s government has approved new rules on flexible retirement, opening the door for more pensioners to work part-time or as self-employed while keeping part of their state pension.Royal Decree on flexible retirementWho can access flexible retirement under the new Spanish rulesFlexible retirement

Spain has moved into the global top tier for immigration.

Spain’s healthcare system has long had a solid reputation among foreigners living here, but the latest global data gives that reputation some proper context. In Numbeo’s 2026 Health Care Index, Spain ranks 10th in the world, placing it firmly among the highest-performing systems globally.Spain’

For thousands of Brits every year, the idea of swapping grey skies for Mediterranean sunshine is more than a holiday fantasy — it’s a serious life decision.Spain remains one of the most popular destinations for UK expats.

One of Spain's sunny cities has just been ranked among the most balanced and well-run urban environments in the world.

There’s a Spanish city that has just ranked 13th worldwide in the Quality of Life Index 2026, placing it firmly among the top-performing cities on the planet.

Spain consistently ranks among the happiest countries in Europe, and 2026 is no different.

Spain has long been a favourite retirement destination for people from the UK, US, Germany and across Northern Europe.

Valencia lands 7th globally for quality of life on Numbeo in November 2025, which fits how it feels on the ground. The city is big enough for culture and jobs, but small enough to stay sane.

According to a new report by Spain’s National Statistics Institute, quality of life nudged higher in 2024, driven by gains in health, education and work.

Welcome to a summer in Spain! Experiencing the scorching summer heat can be daunting, especially for newcomers. This guide will equip you with practical tips to not only cope with the heat but also enjoy your stay in Spain comfortably.

Malaga has emerged as the world's top-rated city for expats, according to InterNations, an online community of international workers.

According to the 2023 Quality of Living Index by the consulting firm Mercer, Vienna (Austria), Zurich (Switzerland) and Auckland (New Zealand) are ranked as the cities with the highest quality of life.

Spain is a country that offers a high quality of life in both the personal and professional spheres. According to the United Nations Human Development Index (HDI), Spain ranks 25th out of 189 countries, above the world and European Union average.

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Forbes magazine recently published a list of the 15 Spanish cities that offer the best quality of life, which included Malaga, the capital of the Costa del Sol, along with the capital of Andalusia, Sevilla, and the traditionally Moorish city of Cordoba.

A survey carried out by the Organisation of Consumers and Users in Spain (OCU) among citizens of the 15 largest Spanish cities has put together its very own Spain quality of life index. Among the variables analysed are mobility, public safety, health and education services, pollution, the labou