What is the Average Cost of Living in Barcelona per month/year?

The cost of living in Barcelona is about average compared to other European cities. To rent a 3 bedroom apartment is upwards of $1,660, about $400 cheaper if it is not in the city. Basic utilities are $160 a month and to commute into and around the city, a monthly pass for public transport is about $62. The cost of basic food items and clothing is about average and dining out for two at a restaurant is slightly more than $60.