Cost of Living in Edinburgh

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Summary of cost of living in Edinburgh, United Kingdom:

Restaurants
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Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant 130.09 kr 104.07-216.81
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course 607.07 kr 433.62-780.52
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) 68.51 kr 60.71-76.23
Domestic Beer (1 pint draught) 43.36 kr 34.69-52.03
Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) 39.89 kr 30.35-47.70
Cappuccino (regular) 29.51 kr 23.85-34.69
Coke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle) 14.45 kr 8.67-23.85
Water (12 oz small bottle) 10.43 kr 8.67-17.34
Markets
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Milk (regular), (1 gallon) 39.19 kr 26.26-59.09
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (1 lb) 11.04 kr 7.38-19.67
Rice (white), (1 lb) 5.21 kr 2.36-7.87
Eggs (regular) (12) 25.68 kr 12.49-41.63
Local Cheese (1 lb) 34.68 kr 13.77-59.01
Chicken Fillets (1 lb) 28.75 kr 12.78-45.32
Beef Round (1 lb) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) 60.99 kr 35.40-118.01
Apples (1 lb) 8.70 kr 3.93-17.34
Banana (1 lb) 4.09 kr 2.87-7.87
Oranges (1 lb) 10.61 kr 3.15-19.67
Tomato (1 lb) 16.62 kr 6.92-31.47
Potato (1 lb) 5.09 kr 2.16-7.87
Onion (1 lb) 4.33 kr 2.16-6.92
Lettuce (1 head) 6.87 kr 4.77-8.67
Water (1.5 liter bottle) 10.75 kr 5.20-17.34
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) 69.38 kr 56.37-95.40
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) 14.82 kr 10.84-17.34
Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) 19.70 kr 8.67-39.03
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) 121.41 kr 95.40-138.67
Transportation
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One-way Ticket (Local Transport) 17.34 kr 17.34-17.34
Monthly Pass (Regular Price) 537.69 kr 520.35-607.07
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) 34.69 kr 26.02-43.36
Taxi 1 mile (Normal Tariff) 19.57 kr 15.35-56.37
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) 260.17 kr 242.83-260.17
Gasoline (1 gallon) 48.93 kr 46.62-56.37
Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) 245,299.92 kr 216,810.96-245,299.92
Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) 190,793.64 kr 164,776.33-225,483.40
Utilities (Monthly)
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Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 915 sq ft Apartment 2,247.46 kr 1,300.87-3,685.79
Mobile Phone Monthly Plan with Calls and 10GB+ Data 99.96 kr 86.72-238.49
Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) 279.58 kr 216.81-390.26
Sports And Leisure
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Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 303.87 kr 173.45-650.43
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) 115.63 kr 43.36-138.76
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat 86.72 kr 69.29-130.09
Childcare
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Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child 11,019.77 kr 9,192.78-12,575.04
International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child 101,033.91 kr 83,255.41-260,173.15
Clothing And Shoes
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1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) 757.88 kr 476.98-1,040.69
1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...) 327.38 kr 260.17-433.62
1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) 701.59 kr 476.98-1,040.69
1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes 779.56 kr 346.90-1,040.69
Rent Per Month
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Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre 10,902.49 kr 9,539.68-13,008.66
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre 7,805.19 kr 5,203.46-10,406.93
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre 19,491.31 kr 15,610.39-30,353.53
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre 13,851.81 kr 10,406.93-24,282.83
Buy Apartment Price
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Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre 4,124.32 kr 3,222.76-4,527.97
Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre 2,840.05 kr 2,417.07-3,222.76
Salaries And Financing
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Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) 22,722.75 kr
Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate 6.12 5.00-7.00

Prices in Edinburgh

This city had 1093 entries in the past 12 months by 167 different contributors.
Last update: May 2024
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9 Comments so far
Anonymous on Aug 02, 2023:
Of course that with 5k you can live a comfortable life (everywhere in Europe I would say!), but it’s not a common salary. With a net salary of 2.2k, that’s the average net here on numbeo and that’s the real average for what I can see, it’s really hard to live. You can do it, but other than paying rent/bills/taxes/groceries you cannot save more than 200£ for other activities - I’ve not considered the price for using and paying for a car. In fact, as part of the aforementioned expenses, you have to consider also the council taxes that are not mentioned here (up to 200£/month depending on the area). Inflation is incredibly high at the moment, and the housing market is insane. It is nearly impossible to find a flat for rent, I would say surprisingly considering the prices. Just to give you an idea, now that I’m leaving my small 1 bedroom flat it will be rented at 950£ in a area that is 1 hour walk distance from the city centre. The announce for the flat was up for a few hours on their website and the day after there were 20 people viewing it.
Louie Perez on Jun 27, 2023:
I would like more information on the cost of living and renting a two-bedroom home or apartment in that area of Glasgow
Gabi on Apr 29, 2023:
Hi,can someone help me with Information about City Pass for 3 or 6 day în Edinburg and also all Information for my trip în this Town for 7 day în August!
Thank you!!!
Lona Sarkar Lona Sarkar on Mar 24, 2023:
I am joining as a PhD in University of Edinburgh, can someone help me with the information regarding average cost of living, transportation, groceries etc. all the essentials and miscellaneous
Wuto on Dec 20, 2022:
Caleb, if you want to live a comfortable life I'd imagine something around £4k net income per month for a household would do.

I think it's doable with £3k as well, though you'd need to be quite careful with spending.

£5k would be really comfortable though. Ofcourse it all depends on the lifestyle in the end.
Caleb on Sep 22, 2022:
Moving from the US to Edinburgh. Want to make sure my budget is doable for Edinburgh. Any suggestions on a monthly target income for a family of 5?
Kevin on Dec 22, 2021:
Dear Guys
I live in the centre of Edinburgh. I'm 44 and pathetic. Let me know if you want: 07754 953333
robina fowler on Mar 13, 2021:
Would like to know how much is rental of a small 2 bedroom house outside of Edinburgh
Anonymous on Oct 17, 2020:
For Edinburgh, I wouldn’t say it’s more expensive than London, you just need to know where to go. The independent bars can serve you a good pint for under £3 still without having to venture into a Spoons or Nicholson’s.

Similarly food wise, you can’t go wrong with Wings, hidden down a side ally on the Royal mile.