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Madrid's High Rents Force Workers to Seek Affordable Living in Neighboring Cities
Madrid, Spain – A recent street interview conducted by a local reporter has highlighted the growing challenge of housing affordability in the Spanish capital. A male interviewee, who commutes daily from Toledo, shared his personal experience of being unable to afford independent living in Madrid on his current salary. “It’s impossible to live alone in Madrid with my salary,” stated the man, who works in the city but resides in Toledo. He explained that a typical apartment in Madrid could cost around 200,000 euros, making it unfeasible for him. In contrast, he pays approximately 400 euros for rent in Toledo, a significantly lower amount. Despite earning what he considers a good salary, between 1,400 and 1,500 euros, he estimates he can only save about 200 euros per month after expenses. When asked if he would return to Madrid if rents decreased, he firmly replied, “No.” He emphasized that Toledo offers a better quality of life that he would not trade for anything. This interview underscores the economic pressures faced by many individuals in Spain’s larger cities, prompting some to seek more affordable living options in surrounding areas, even if it means a daily commute.
