Edinburgh, United Kingdom, United Kingdom — cost of living
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

About Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$863
Family of 4 / mo
$2,204
Avg salary (after tax)
$3,883

Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland, located in the United Kingdom . It is famous for its stunning architecture, rich history, and beautiful landscapes. The city is home to the iconic Edinburgh Castle, which sits atop a hill and offers amazing views of the surrounding area.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $45.57
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $101.8
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $128.14
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $97.89

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $2.56
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $3,673

Food - Beverages

  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.46
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $7.16
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $7.05
  • CappuccinoUSD $4.62
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $2.55

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $23.5
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $9.4
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $93.97

Food - Grocery

  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.57
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $10.97
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $18.8
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $12.17
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.63
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3.18
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.88
  • Dozen EggsUSD $3.19
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $9.61
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $8.32
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.05
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $2.95
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.55
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $3.15
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $3.31
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.63
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.18

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $589.95
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,402
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,118
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $2,428
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,721
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $463.79

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $52.9
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $18.01
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $14.1
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $1,340
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $18,833

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $3.58
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $4.7
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $32,882
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $37.59
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $93.97
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $31,292
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $2.82

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $43.52
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $240.94

Costs reflect a typical lifestyle in each place, excluding rent unless stated. Numbers are a starting point — always cross-check before big decisions.

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How we calculate these numbers

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