🇬🇧 Cost of Living in United Kingdom
4 cities, ranked from wallet-friendly to wallet-hostile
Median monthly budget · single · city center
$2,949/mo
Across 4 cities we track
Couple
$3,793
Family of 4
$9,601
City-by-city damage report
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Median across 4 cities
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Median prices across 4 cities
Getting around — or trying to
Median prices across 4 cities
United Kingdom vs. the neighbors
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in United Kingdom?▼
Across 4 cities, a single person spends a median of $2,949/month including rent. Manchester is the cheapest at $2,741/mo, while London runs $4,534/mo.
What is the average rent in United Kingdom?▼
Median rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city center is $1,799/month across 4 cities we track.
What is the average salary in United Kingdom?▼
The median monthly net salary (after tax) across 4 cities is about $3,559, based on Numbeo data.
What is the cheapest city in United Kingdom?▼
Manchester is the most affordable at $2,741/month for a single person. London is the most expensive at $4,534/month.
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Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.