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Torrelavega, Spain City Intelligence

Torrelavega is an indexed city in Spain (Southern Europe), with a metropolitan population of about ~52K. This profile brings together deterministic city-intelligence indicators for Torrelavega spanning cost of living, climate, safety and quality of life, economy and jobs, education, and healthcare. Torrelavega is a southern europe city of about ~52K in Spain. On the composite city-intelligence score, Torrelavega sits around the indexed median (76/100).

Last updated
2026-05-16
Data year
2025
Population
~52K
View of Torrelavega, Spain

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Composite profile

Overall score

76/100

Use the Torrelavega profile to compare affordability, livability, and economic indicators against other indexed cities in Spain and across Southern Europe, and to explore nearby nature and weekend destinations.

Overall76/100
Affordability58/100
Air quality74/100
Energy70/100

Overall city intelligence

Good

76/100

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.

Torrelavega data table

The table is part of the initial server-rendered HTML and mirrors the key city score cards.

Torrelavega city intelligence data table
MetricValueContext
Overall score76/100Composite score across major city intelligence modules.
Cost of Living58/100Torrelavega's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies.
Air Quality74/100Torrelavega'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.
Energy70/100Torrelavega's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context.
Safety75/100Torrelavega's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available.
Internet Speed73/100Torrelavega's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references.
Climate Risk74/100Torrelavega's climate-risk profile is a directional indicator combining regional hazard categories with national adaptation capacity.
Resilience74/100Climate 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 safety80/100
Low crime83/100
Personal safety82/100
Night safety77/100
Road safety77/100

Torrelavega ranks in the upper tier of our safety index (80/100), with strong personal-safety and low night-time indicators.

Quality of Life

A composite quality-of-life estimate and its component indicators.

Quality of Life

Quality of life84/100
Healthcare87/100
Education83/100
Green space96/100
Cleanliness86/100
Infrastructure85/100
Mobility64/100

Torrelavega 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 space96/100
Overall safety80/100

Torrelavega 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 suitability75/100
Walkability77/100
Cycling64/100
Infrastructure85/100

Torrelavega is high for remote workers (75/100), based on connectivity, walkability, safety and overall livability and day-to-day amenities.

Retirement Suitability

Suitability for retirement, weighing healthcare, affordability, climate, and environment.

Retirement Suitability

Retirement suitability82/100
Healthcare87/100
Cleanliness86/100
Outdoor lifestyle62/100

Torrelavega is very high for retirement (82/100), appealing for healthcare access, a comfortable climate and a clean environment.

Emergency and public safety in Torrelavega

Local public safety guidance for Torrelavega, with the country-level emergency contacts that apply when calling for police, fire, or ambulance.

Verified
Spain emergency contacts
ServiceNumberNotes
European emergency11224/7112 reaches police, fire, and ambulance dispatch across the European Union from any phone, free of charge.

For the universal emergency contacts that apply in Torrelavega, 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.

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 Torrelavega

Healthcare context for Torrelavega, with national-level information from Spain where city-specific data is not yet verified. This is informational only and does not provide medical advice.

Unverified

For the national healthcare and public-health context that applies in Torrelavega, 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 Torrelavega

Local mobility context for Torrelavega, with national-level context from Spain where city-specific data is not yet verified. This is informational only.

Unverified

For national transport authorities and operators that apply in Torrelavega, 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 Torrelavega. Verified measurements are surfaced when published from accepted official datasets; transparent fallback is shown otherwise.

Air quality dataset for Torrelavega

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 Torrelavega 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.

Torrelavega air-quality dataset coverage
MetricValueData yearStatus
Air qualityVerified air-quality measurements are not yet published for this location.

Data provenance

Source attribution
  • Global 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).

Quick answers

Quick, evidence-based answers about Torrelavega 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 Torrelavega

Is Torrelavega worth visiting?

Yes — excellent quality of life (84/100), with nearby nature such as Dunas de Liencres Natural Park, Monte Dobra.

Is Torrelavega good for families?

Excellent (83/100) on safety, schools and green space.

Is Torrelavega affordable?

Around average cost; about €1,360/month for one person (estimate).

When is the best time to visit Torrelavega?

Late spring to early autumn; warmest in Jul, coldest in Jan.

What are Torrelavega's main industries?

Mainly tourism, hospitality, manufacturing.

What is the climate in Torrelavega?

A mediterranean climate, averaging about 14.9°C.

Does Torrelavega have universities?

Higher education is good (64/100).

What is healthcare like in Torrelavega?

Healthcare access is strong (67/100).

Is Torrelavega good for retirement?

Retirement suitability is strong (72/100).

What nature is near Torrelavega?

Within ~170 km: Dunas de Liencres Natural Park, Monte Dobra.

Explore Torrelavega modules

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Cost of Living in Torrelavega

Torrelavega's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies.

Air Quality in Torrelavega

Torrelavega'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 Torrelavega

Torrelavega's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context.

Safety in Torrelavega

Torrelavega's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available.

Internet Speed in Torrelavega

Torrelavega's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references.

Climate Risk in Torrelavega

Torrelavega'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 Torrelavega

Cost of living estimates for Torrelavega — 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 Torrelavega

Climate profile for Torrelavega — Mediterranean climate, annual average 14.9°C, comfort score 88/100. Month-by-month temperatures, rainfall, sunshine, and the best months to visit. Deterministic planning estimates, not a forecast.

Economy and jobs in Torrelavega

Economy and jobs profile for Torrelavega — tourism economy, economy score 62/100, key industries including tourism, hospitality, manufacturing. Employment, salary, startup, remote-work, and career indicators. Deterministic planning estimates.

Universities and education in Torrelavega

Education profile for Torrelavega — regional education center, education score 59/100, 4 representative universities, plus research, student life, and international-student indicators. Deterministic dataset, not institutional rankings.

Healthcare and retirement in Torrelavega

Healthcare and retirement profile for Torrelavega — healthcare access city, healthcare score 67/100, retirement score 72/100. Medical access, specialist and emergency care, affordability, and retirement suitability. Deterministic planning estimates.

Visual guide to Torrelavega

Source-attributed visual context for Torrelavega 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 Torrelavega

Weekend trip planning checklist for Torrelavega — 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 Torrelavega

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 Torrelavega

Estimate a monthly budget for Torrelavega 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 Torrelavega

Plan a trip budget for Torrelavega 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 Torrelavega

Where else nearby you could spend a day or a weekend from Torrelavega. Links are derived from geographic proximity, shared region, shared natural-recreation areas, transport corridors, and country borders — not popularity or tourism rankings.

Santander, Spain

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Barakaldo, Spain

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Bilbao, Spain

Same region · about 91 km from Torrelavega. Explore Bilbao's city intelligence profile.

Burgos, Spain

Same region · about 116 km from Torrelavega. Explore Burgos's city intelligence profile.

Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain

Same region · about 125 km from Torrelavega. Explore Vitoria-Gasteiz's city intelligence profile.

Gijón, Spain

Same region · about 133 km from Torrelavega. Explore Gijón's city intelligence profile.

Oviedo, Spain

Same region · about 146 km from Torrelavega. Explore Oviedo's city intelligence profile.

León, Spain

Same region · about 149 km from Torrelavega. Explore León's city intelligence profile.

Avilés, Spain

Same region · about 153 km from Torrelavega. Explore Avilés's city intelligence profile.

Palencia, Spain

Same region · about 154 km from Torrelavega. Explore Palencia's city intelligence profile.

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Themed collections

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Torrelavega FAQ

Common questions about living in, visiting, working in, studying in and retiring to Torrelavega, answered from the indexed cost-of-living, climate, safety, economy, education, healthcare and nearby-nature data on this profile.

Frequently asked questions about Torrelavega

Is Torrelavega worth visiting?

Torrelavega 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 Dunas de Liencres Natural Park, Monte Dobra and Playa de Santa Justa within weekend range.

What is it like to live in Torrelavega?

Torrelavega 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 Torrelavega?

A single resident of Torrelavega spends roughly €1,360 per month, with a one-bedroom rent near €722. Overall the city is around average cost for Spain. These are modelled estimates, not live quotes — verify locally.

What should I know about moving to Torrelavega?

Plan for around-average living costs and check current rents before relocating. Torrelavega is high for remote workers (75/100), based on connectivity, walkability, safety and overall livability and day-to-day amenities.

What is the job market like in Torrelavega?

Torrelavega's labour market is moderate, with opportunities concentrated in tourism and hospitality, manufacturing and healthcare. Torrelavega has a tourism-driven economy with strengths in tourism, hospitality and manufacturing.

Is Torrelavega good for digital nomads and remote work?

Torrelavega offers solid infrastructure and amenities for remote professionals, with a remote-work score of 70/100.

What are the education options in Torrelavega?

Torrelavega is a regional education center with a mix of universities and research activity in our dataset, spanning fields such as Social Sciences, Computer Science and Healthcare.

Is Torrelavega a good place to study?

Torrelavega offers a moderate student environment, supported by walkable neighborhoods, strong quality of life and good connectivity.

What is healthcare like in Torrelavega?

Torrelavega has solid baseline healthcare access, supported by hospitals, specialist services, and public-health infrastructure, with a healthcare score of 67/100. Residents have strong access to healthcare across primary, specialist, and emergency care.

Is Torrelavega a good place to retire?

Torrelavega offers a combination of healthcare access, safety, and amenities that may appeal to retirees, with a retirement score of 72/100. Residents benefit from parks and green space, walkable streets and broad urban amenities and day-to-day services.

What is the climate like in Torrelavega?

Torrelavega has a mediterranean climate, averaging about 14.9°C annually with roughly 599 mm of rain. The hottest month is Jul and the coldest Jan. The driest is typically Jul.

Is Torrelavega a safe place to live?

Torrelavega ranks in the upper tier of our safety index (80/100), with strong personal-safety and low night-time indicators.

How easy is it to get around Torrelavega?

Torrelavega indexes a walkability score of 77 and a cycling score of 64 out of 100. Check the local operator for live transit routes and fares.

What nature and outdoor places are near Torrelavega?

Nature destinations within about 170 km of Torrelavega include Dunas de Liencres Natural Park, Monte Dobra and Playa de Santa Justa. Each is linked with its official source on the profile.

Is Torrelavega good for families?

Torrelavega 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 Torrelavega?

Torrelavega rates 62/100 for outdoor lifestyle and 96/100 for green space. Nearby nature such as Dunas de Liencres Natural Park, Monte Dobra and Playa de Santa Justa supports day hikes, water activities and weekend trips.

Interpretation

Use the Torrelavega profile to compare affordability, livability, and economic indicators against other indexed cities in Spain and across Southern Europe, and to explore nearby nature and weekend destinations. Its standout dimensions are safety (75/100) and air quality (74/100). The area most worth watching is cost of living (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 Torrelavega 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.