Málaga in Numbers 2026
Up-to-date data on tourism, holiday rentals and quality of life in southern Europe's fastest-growing city.
Málaga's economic engine
Málaga is now Spain's third most-visited destination, with sustained growth outpacing the national average.
14.3M
Visitors per year
300+
Sunny days per year
3rd
Most visited city in Spain
27%
International tourists
€4.2B
Annual tourism revenue
16
Urban and peri-urban beaches
Short-term rental market
Key figures for property owners and investors looking at Málaga's holiday rental market.
€120
Average nightly rate
72%
Average annual occupancy
8-12%
Gross annual yield
15,000+
Licensed rental properties
+35%
Direct bookings YoY growth
€1,400
Average monthly income per unit
Living and working in Málaga
Málaga offers a unique combination of affordable cost of living, world-class digital infrastructure and a Mediterranean lifestyle.
-35%
Cost of living vs. London
600Mbps
Fibre broadband coverage
CET
Timezone (UTC+1)
#2
Digital nomad ranking in Spain
Transport and connections
International airport, high-speed rail and commuter lines: Málaga is perfectly connected.
20M+
Airport passengers per year
2h30
High-speed train to Madrid
C1/C2
Cercanías commuter rail lines
40 min
To the heart of Costa del Sol
Explore Málaga's neighbourhoods
Every neighbourhood has its own character. Find the one that suits your travel style or investment goals.
La Malagueta
Beachfront and promenade, Málaga's most touristic neighbourhood.
View neighbourhood →Old Town
Culture, gastronomy and urban life next to the Cathedral.
View neighbourhood →Huelin
Local beach, competitive prices and excellent connectivity.
View neighbourhood →Perchel / Trinidad
Growing area next to María Zambrano station.
View neighbourhood →Soho
The arts district: galleries, speciality coffee and creativity.
View neighbourhood →Interested in investing in Málaga?
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