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Alella Becomes the Municipality with the Highest Family Income in Catalonia, According to Idescat

The Maresme town has experienced a growth of over 30% in one year, surpassing the usual leaders in the ranking.

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Alella, in Maresme, has positioned itself as the municipality with the highest gross disposable family income in Catalonia in 2023, according to provisional data from Idescat, unseating traditional leaders.

Provisional data on Gross Disposable Family Income (RFDB) for 2023, published by the Statistical Institute of Catalonia (Idescat), reveal a significant shift in Catalonia's wealth map. For the first time, Alella tops the ranking with an income per inhabitant of 35,425 euros, thanks to an increase of over 30% in just one year.
The podium of municipalities with the highest purchasing power is completed by Matadepera, with 34,766 euros, and Sant Just Desvern, with 33,256 euros. These municipalities, along with Cabrils (31,280 euros), exceed the Catalan average by 50%, which stands at 20,789 euros. In contrast, Salt (13,633 euros) and Lloret de Mar (14,009 euros) record the lowest incomes, not even reaching 70% of the average.
At the regional level, Barcelonès maintains its leadership with 23,632 euros per inhabitant, 13.7% above the Catalan average. It is followed by Vallès Occidental (21,314 euros) and Baix Llobregat (21,188 euros). All regions experienced income growth during 2023, with Alt Camp standing out with a 12.8% increase. The new region of Lluçanès debuts with 20,082 euros per inhabitant, while Montsià (15,287 euros) and Terra Alta (16,072 euros) are at the bottom.
The Idescat study also analyzes the origin of family income. On average, salaries represent 60.8% of the total in Catalonia. However, in high-income municipalities such as Perafort (73.2%) and Els Pallaresos (72.2%), the weight of salaries is significantly higher. In contrast, in localities with more modest incomes, social benefits gain more relevance, as in La Pobla de Lillet, where 38% of income comes from aid and benefits.

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