Composite profile
Overall score
61/100
Use the Algeciras profile to compare cost framing, port-economy context, and Strait-of-Gibraltar peers alongside Malaga and Cadiz.
Overall61/100
Affordability73/100
Air quality66/100
Energy67/100
Spain / Southern Europe
Algeciras, Spain City Intelligence
Algeciras is a port city on the Bay of Gibraltar in Cádiz province in southern Spain, with container-port, ferry, logistics, and cross-strait activity inside a Mediterranean climate context. Algeciras is a southern europe city of about ~120K in Spain. On the composite city-intelligence score, Algeciras sits below the indexed median, with practical gaps to close (61/100).
- Last updated
- 2026-05-16
- Data year
- 2025
- Population
- ~120K
Image credit: Image: Paolichy / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
Overall city intelligence
Mixed61/100
Composite directional score across affordability, air quality, clean energy, and resilience.
Data confidence
Directional
Directional indicators pending integration of verified city-level data.
Verified utility layers
See country hub
Emergency, healthcare, and transport verification status appears on the country hub.
Algeciras data table
The table is part of the initial server-rendered HTML and mirrors the key city score cards.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61/100 | Composite score across major city intelligence modules. |
| Cost of Living | 73/100 | Algeciras's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies. |
| Air Quality | 66/100 | Algeciras's air-quality profile is a directional indicator framed against WHO and regional benchmarks; verified city-level measurements appear in the dedicated air-quality dataset section once integrated. |
| Energy | 67/100 | Algeciras's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context. |
| Safety | 60/100 | Algeciras's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available. |
| Internet Speed | 64/100 | Algeciras's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references. |
| Climate Risk | 58/100 | Algeciras's climate-risk profile is a directional indicator combining regional hazard categories with national adaptation capacity. |
| Resilience | 58/100 | Climate adaptation and infrastructure continuity context. |
Safety
Deterministic safety estimates from our index — planning signals derived from country priors and city data, not official crime statistics.
Safety
Overall safety79/100
Low crime80/100
Personal safety80/100
Night safety76/100
Road safety77/100
Algeciras is estimated to be a generally safe city (79/100 in our safety index), with solid personal-safety indicators.
Quality of Life
A composite quality-of-life estimate and its component indicators.
Quality of Life
Quality of life84/100
Healthcare85/100
Education83/100
Green space92/100
Cleanliness84/100
Infrastructure86/100
Mobility67/100
Algeciras has a very high quality-of-life estimate (84/100), with notable strengths in healthcare, green space, cleanliness and infrastructure.
Family Friendliness
How the city scores for raising a family, with the indicators that drive it.
Family Friendliness
Family friendliness83/100
Education83/100
Green space92/100
Overall safety79/100
Algeciras scores very high for family living (83/100), helped by education access, safety, parks and green space and healthcare.
Digital Nomad Suitability
Suitability for remote workers, based on connectivity, mobility, and livability.
Digital Nomad Suitability
Digital nomad suitability76/100
Walkability80/100
Cycling62/100
Infrastructure86/100
Algeciras is high for remote workers (76/100), based on connectivity, affordability, walkability, safety and overall livability and day-to-day amenities.
Retirement Suitability
Suitability for retirement, weighing healthcare, affordability, climate, and environment.
Retirement Suitability
Retirement suitability84/100
Healthcare85/100
Cleanliness84/100
Outdoor lifestyle64/100
Algeciras is very high for retirement (84/100), appealing for healthcare access, affordability, a comfortable climate and a clean environment.
Emergency and public safety in Algeciras
Local public safety guidance for Algeciras, with the country-level emergency contacts that apply when calling for police, fire, or ambulance.
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| European emergency | 11224/7 | 112 reaches police, fire, and ambulance dispatch across the European Union from any phone, free of charge. |
For the universal emergency contacts that apply in Algeciras, including police, fire, and ambulance, see the Spain emergency profile.
Public safety sources
Each emergency contact above is attributed to an official emergency service or government publisher. Confirm current numbers directly with these sources.
- European Commission: 112 — The European emergency number
Used as the primary attribution for the EU-wide 112 universal emergency number on European country profiles.
Last verified: 2026-05-16
Methodology and the wider source registry are documented on the scoring methodology and data sources pages.
Healthcare and hospitals in Algeciras
Healthcare context for Algeciras, with national-level information from Spain where city-specific data is not yet verified. This is informational only and does not provide medical advice.
For the national healthcare and public-health context that applies in Algeciras, see the Spain healthcare profile, which currently lists no verified national healthcare information.
Related sections: emergency and public safety, scoring methodology, and data sources.
Transport and mobility in Algeciras
Local mobility context for Algeciras, with national-level context from Spain where city-specific data is not yet verified. This is informational only.
For national transport authorities and operators that apply in Algeciras, see the Spain transport profile, which currently lists no verified national transport information.
Related sections: emergency and public safety, healthcare and hospitals, cities directory, countries directory, scoring methodology, data sources.
Air quality dataset
Source-attributed air-quality dataset for Algeciras. Verified measurements are surfaced when published from accepted official datasets; transparent fallback is shown otherwise.
Air quality dataset for Algeciras
Verified data unavailableLast updated 2026-05-16 / data year 2025
Verified air-quality measurements are not yet published for this location
Source-attributed values for Algeciras will appear here after the platform integrates verified measurements from accepted official publishers. Until then, structured air-quality module context remains available on the dedicated module page.
| Metric | Value | Data year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air quality | Verified air-quality measurements are not yet published for this location. | ||
Data provenance
Source attributionGlobal City Intelligence — air-quality dataset
Verified data unavailable- Publisher
- Global City Intelligence
- Last verified
- 2026-05-16
The air-quality dataset begins empty by design. Verified city-level measurements appear here only after they are sourced from accepted publishers (WHO, EEA, US EPA, OpenAQ, OECD, or official national/city environmental agencies).
Methodology and context
Numeric measurements appear in this section only after they are sourced from accepted official publishers. The dataset is independently validated at build time; malformed records cannot ship to production.
- Scoring methodology — how indicators across the platform are constructed.
- Data sources registry — the official sources cited by verified datasets.
- Open the Algeciras air-quality module
- Browse the clean-air city collection
Quick answers
Quick, evidence-based answers about Algeciras drawn from this profile's indexed cost, climate, safety, economy, education, healthcare and nearby-nature data. Figures are deterministic estimates for orientation — verify specifics with official sources.
Quick answers about Algeciras
Is Algeciras worth visiting?
Yes — excellent quality of life (84/100), with nearby nature such as El Estrecho Natural Park, Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park.
Is Algeciras good for families?
Excellent (83/100) on safety, schools and green space.
Is Algeciras affordable?
More affordable than average; about €1,230/month for one person (estimate).
When is the best time to visit Algeciras?
Late spring to early autumn; warmest in Jul, coldest in Jan.
What are Algeciras's main industries?
Mainly tourism, hospitality, manufacturing.
What is the climate in Algeciras?
A mediterranean climate, averaging about 18.8°C.
Does Algeciras have universities?
Higher education is strong (66/100).
What is healthcare like in Algeciras?
Healthcare access is strong (68/100).
Is Algeciras good for retirement?
Retirement suitability is strong (77/100).
What nature is near Algeciras?
Within ~170 km: El Estrecho Natural Park, Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park.
Explore Algeciras modules
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Cost of Living in Algeciras
Algeciras's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies.
Air Quality in Algeciras
Algeciras's air-quality profile is a directional indicator framed against WHO and regional benchmarks; verified city-level measurements appear in the dedicated air-quality dataset section once integrated.
Energy in Algeciras
Algeciras's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context.
Safety in Algeciras
Algeciras's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available.
Internet Speed in Algeciras
Algeciras's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references.
Climate Risk in Algeciras
Algeciras's climate-risk profile is a directional indicator combining regional hazard categories with national adaptation capacity.
City rankings
Compare this city against other indexed cities in crawlable ranking tables.
Cost of living in Algeciras
Cost of living estimates for Algeciras — monthly budgets, rent, food, and transport in the local currency, plus an affordability score for comparison. Planning estimates derived from country baselines, not live prices.
Climate in Algeciras
Climate profile for Algeciras — Mediterranean climate, annual average 18.8°C, comfort score 96/100. Month-by-month temperatures, rainfall, sunshine, and the best months to visit. Deterministic planning estimates, not a forecast.
Economy and jobs in Algeciras
Economy and jobs profile for Algeciras — tourism economy, economy score 63/100, key industries including tourism, hospitality, manufacturing. Employment, salary, startup, remote-work, and career indicators. Deterministic planning estimates.
Universities and education in Algeciras
Education profile for Algeciras — regional education center, education score 62/100, 4 representative universities, plus research, student life, and international-student indicators. Deterministic dataset, not institutional rankings.
Healthcare and retirement in Algeciras
Healthcare and retirement profile for Algeciras — healthcare access city, healthcare score 68/100, retirement score 77/100. Medical access, specialist and emergency care, affordability, and retirement suitability. Deterministic planning estimates.
Visual guide to Algeciras
Source-attributed visual context for Algeciras using verified Wikimedia imagery from the existing media catalog, alongside structured city intelligence and planning links. Not a tourism guide or attractions ranking.
Weekend trip planning guide for Algeciras
Weekend trip planning checklist for Algeciras — links into arrival planning, Summer 2026 travel context, visual orientation, budget tools, transport, public safety, and healthcare context. Not an itinerary, events calendar, hotel-price guide, restaurant guide, or tourism ranking.
Nearby weekend places from Algeciras
Source-backed nearby place records for local-first weekend planning, with verification status, official source links, Wikidata identity, and visual context.
Estimate a monthly budget for Algeciras
Estimate a monthly budget for Algeciras using your own housing, food, transport, healthcare, and lifestyle inputs. Planning estimator only — not an official cost-of-living measurement.
Plan a trip budget for Algeciras
Plan a trip budget for Algeciras using your own accommodation, food, local transport, activities, travel, healthcare buffer, and emergency buffer inputs. Planning estimator only — not an official travel cost estimate.
Nearby cities from Algeciras
Where else nearby you could spend a day or a weekend from Algeciras. Links are derived from geographic proximity, shared region, shared natural-recreation areas, transport corridors, and country borders — not popularity or tourism rankings.
Ceuta, Spain
Same region · about 30 km from Algeciras. Explore Ceuta's city intelligence profile.
Marbella, Spain
Same region · about 67 km from Algeciras. Explore Marbella's city intelligence profile.
Jerez de la Frontera, Spain
Same region · about 87 km from Algeciras. Explore Jerez de la Frontera's city intelligence profile.
Cádiz, Spain
Same region · about 88 km from Algeciras. Explore Cádiz's city intelligence profile.
Malaga, Spain
Same region · about 114 km from Algeciras. Explore Malaga's city intelligence profile.
Seville, Spain
Same region · about 148 km from Algeciras. Explore Seville's city intelligence profile.
Huelva, Spain
Same region · about 183 km from Algeciras. Explore Huelva's city intelligence profile.
Granada, Spain
Same region · about 202 km from Algeciras. Explore Granada's city intelligence profile.
Córdoba, Spain
Same region · about 205 km from Algeciras. Explore Córdoba's city intelligence profile.
Faro, Portugal
Cross-border · about 243 km from Algeciras. Explore Faro's city intelligence profile.
Themed collections
Theme-first discovery collections that include Algeciras — grouped by outdoor interest (mountains, lakes, coasts, forests, national parks) rather than geography.
European Wildlife Areas
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Spain Cycling Friendly Areas
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Spain Protected Landscapes
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Algeciras FAQ
Common questions about living in, visiting, working in, studying in and retiring to Algeciras, answered from the indexed cost-of-living, climate, safety, economy, education, healthcare and nearby-nature data on this profile.
Frequently asked questions about Algeciras
Is Algeciras worth visiting?
Algeciras has a very high quality-of-life estimate (84/100), with notable strengths in healthcare, green space, cleanliness and infrastructure. Visitors can also reach nature such as El Estrecho Natural Park, Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park and Sierra de las Nieves National Park within weekend range.
What is it like to live in Algeciras?
Algeciras has a very high quality-of-life estimate (84/100), with notable strengths in healthcare, green space, cleanliness and infrastructure. It indexes 84/100 for overall quality of life.
How much does it cost to live in Algeciras?
A single resident of Algeciras spends roughly €1,230 per month, with a one-bedroom rent near €654. Overall the city is more affordable than average for Spain. These are modelled estimates, not live quotes — verify locally.
What should I know about moving to Algeciras?
Plan for below-average living costs and check current rents before relocating. Algeciras is high for remote workers (76/100), based on connectivity, affordability, walkability, safety and overall livability and day-to-day amenities.
What is the job market like in Algeciras?
Algeciras's labour market is moderate, with opportunities concentrated in tourism and hospitality, manufacturing and technology. Algeciras has a tourism-driven economy with strengths in tourism, hospitality and manufacturing.
Is Algeciras good for digital nomads and remote work?
Algeciras offers solid infrastructure and amenities for remote professionals, with a remote-work score of 71/100.
What are the education options in Algeciras?
Algeciras is a regional education center with a mix of universities and research activity in our dataset, spanning fields such as Economics, Physics and Engineering.
Is Algeciras a good place to study?
Algeciras offers a strong student environment, supported by walkable neighborhoods, relatively affordable living and strong quality of life.
What is healthcare like in Algeciras?
Algeciras has solid baseline healthcare access, supported by hospitals, specialist services, and public-health infrastructure, with a healthcare score of 68/100. Residents have strong access to healthcare across primary, specialist, and emergency care.
Is Algeciras a good place to retire?
Algeciras offers a combination of healthcare access, safety, and amenities that may appeal to retirees, with a retirement score of 77/100. Residents benefit from parks and green space, walkable streets and broad urban amenities and day-to-day services.
What is the climate like in Algeciras?
Algeciras has a mediterranean climate, averaging about 18.8°C annually with roughly 599 mm of rain. The hottest month is Jul and the coldest Jan. The driest is typically Jul.
Is Algeciras a safe place to live?
Algeciras is estimated to be a generally safe city (79/100 in our safety index), with solid personal-safety indicators.
How easy is it to get around Algeciras?
Algeciras indexes a walkability score of 80 and a cycling score of 62 out of 100. Check the local operator for live transit routes and fares.
What nature and outdoor places are near Algeciras?
Nature destinations within about 170 km of Algeciras include El Estrecho Natural Park, Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park and Sierra de las Nieves National Park. Each is linked with its official source on the profile.
Is Algeciras good for families?
Algeciras scores very high for family living (83/100), helped by education access, safety, parks and green space and healthcare.
What outdoor activities are there around Algeciras?
Algeciras rates 64/100 for outdoor lifestyle and 92/100 for green space. Nearby nature such as El Estrecho Natural Park, Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park and Sierra de las Nieves National Park supports day hikes, water activities and weekend trips.
Interpretation
Use the Algeciras profile to compare cost framing, port-economy context, and Strait-of-Gibraltar peers alongside Malaga and Cadiz. Its standout dimensions are cost of living (73/100) and energy (67/100). The area most worth watching is climate risk (58/100), where the model registers practical gaps. Data year 2025; last updated 2026-05-16. Drawn from 4 institutional references.
Country context is available on the Spain country page. Related rankings include Overall Intelligence, Quality of Life, Remote Work. See where Algeciras appears in global rankings or read the scoring methodology.
Structured indicators on this page are directional and intended for orientation. Verified datasets are being integrated; official sources should be used for critical decisions.
Sources
4 institutional references inform this view, listed below with reliability notes. Structured indicators on this page are directional and intended for orientation; verified datasets are being integrated and official sources should be used for critical decisions.
- UN-Habitat: World Cities Report 2024
Used as a policy and methodology reference for urban exposure and resilience signals.
- European Environment Agency: Air Quality Status Report
Used where European city comparisons need monitored air-quality context.
- NASA: NASA POWER
Used as an energy-resource and weather-normalization reference.
- IPCC: AR6 WGII Chapter 6: Cities, settlements and key infrastructure
Used to explain urban climate vulnerability and adaptation scoring logic.