Cost of Living in Edinburgh

Summary of cost of living in Edinburgh, United Kingdom:

Restaurants
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Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant 112.61 R$ 72.65-181.63
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course 544.88 R$ 363.26-653.86
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) 57.39 R$ 50.86-61.75
Domestic Beer (1 pint draught) 36.33 R$ 29.06-47.22
Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) 36.33 R$ 25.43-45.41
Cappuccino (regular) 25.68 R$ 21.80-32.69
Coke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle) 12.94 R$ 7.27-21.80
Water (12 oz small bottle) 9.22 R$ 7.27-14.53
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Milk (regular), (1 gallon) 34.44 R$ 24.75-49.50
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (1 lb) 9.22 R$ 4.94-13.18
Rice (white), (1 lb) 4.61 R$ 1.71-6.59
Eggs (regular) (12) 22.35 R$ 10.46-34.46
Local Cheese (1 lb) 28.70 R$ 16.48-49.43
Chicken Fillets (1 lb) 24.32 R$ 10.71-37.51
Beef Round (1 lb) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) 39.97 R$ 29.06-98.86
Apples (1 lb) 7.50 R$ 3.30-14.53
Banana (1 lb) 3.52 R$ 2.57-6.56
Oranges (1 lb) 9.23 R$ 2.64-16.48
Tomato (1 lb) 12.93 R$ 6.59-26.36
Potato (1 lb) 4.25 R$ 1.81-6.59
Onion (1 lb) 3.51 R$ 2.64-5.81
Lettuce (1 head) 5.99 R$ 5.09-7.27
Water (1.5 liter bottle) 8.06 R$ 4.36-14.53
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) 58.12 R$ 50.13-79.92
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) 12.31 R$ 8.14-14.53
Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) 17.27 R$ 10.90-29.06
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) 108.25 R$ 87.18-116.24
Transportation
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One-way Ticket (Local Transport) 14.53 R$ 14.53-14.53
Monthly Pass (Regular Price) 479.50 R$ 435.91-508.56
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) 29.06 R$ 26.15-36.33
Taxi 1 mile (Normal Tariff) 19.29 R$ 12.86-47.22
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) 217.95 R$ 203.42-254.28
Gasoline (1 gallon) 40.24 R$ 39.05-44.00
Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) 205,494.08 R$ 205,494.08-205,494.08
Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) 176,012.20 R$ 138,037.39-210,688.65
Utilities (Monthly)
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Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 915 sq ft Apartment 1,868.88 R$ 1,089.77-3,087.68
Mobile Phone Monthly Plan with Calls and 10GB+ Data 90.81 R$ 72.65-254.28
Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) 236.95 R$ 181.63-326.93
Sports And Leisure
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Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 306.71 R$ 167.03-719.25
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) 130.77 R$ 65.39-181.63
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat 87.18 R$ 58.12-108.98
Childcare
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Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child 9,811.95 R$ 9,081.41-10,534.43
International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child 126,413.19 R$ 72,651.26-247,014.28
Clothing And Shoes
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1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) 639.93 R$ 508.56-871.82
1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...) 288.18 R$ 254.28-508.56
1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) 608.59 R$ 399.58-871.82
1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes 686.88 R$ 363.26-871.82
Rent Per Month
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Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre 8,879.60 R$ 7,265.13-10,897.69
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre 6,377.17 R$ 4,359.08-8,718.15
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre 16,125.42 R$ 13,077.23-25,427.94
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre 11,468.52 R$ 8,718.15-18,162.81
Buy Apartment Price
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Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre 3,497.23 R$ 3,037.26-3,793.20
Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre 2,400.88 R$ 2,193.58-2,699.79
Salaries And Financing
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Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) 20,267.65 R$
Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate 5.87 5.00-6.89

Prices in Edinburgh

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Last update: September 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.