Tech
Software Engineer Salary · Madrid vs Barcelona
Net pay, tax drag, and purchasing power modeled for 2025 offers. Built for relocating teams, expats, and comp committees.
Net pay
Madrid
76.719 €
44.4% effective rate
Net pay
Barcelona
76.719 €
44.4% effective rate
Annual delta
Spread
+0 €
Madrid advantage
City
Madrid
Spain’s capital combines sovereign institutions with a fast-scaling tech and VC ecosystem.
Median professional income
52.000 €
Role modeled
Software Engineer
Gross base
138.000 €
Net after tax
76.719 €
Cost-of-living index
52
Rent index
42
City
Barcelona
Product design, mobile, and gaming companies pay a premium for bilingual talent.
Median professional income
52.000 €
Role modeled
Software Engineer
Gross base
138.000 €
Net after tax
76.719 €
Cost-of-living index
86
Rent index
47
Purchasing power
Net income vs lifestyle drag
Madrid
6393 €
Barcelona
6393 €
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