Glasgow, United Kingdom, United Kingdom — cost of living
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Glasgow, United Kingdom

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Glasgow, United Kingdom

About Glasgow, United Kingdom

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$872
Family of 4 / mo
$2,227
Avg salary (after tax)
$4,257

Glasgow is a vibrant city in the United Kingdom , known for its rich history and lively culture. It is located in Scotland and is the largest city in the country. Glasgow has a unique mix of modern attractions and beautiful old buildings.

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 $40.98
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $97.89
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $92.85
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $102.4

Financial

  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $4,026
  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $3.85

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $2.24
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.41
  • CappuccinoUSD $4.51
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $6.27
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $6.27

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $21.92
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $86.14
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $9.25

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $13.54
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $2.76
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.51
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.34
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $2.41
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.49
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.35
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.22
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.52
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $10.97
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $18.95
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $9.22
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $9.22
  • Dozen EggsUSD $3.23
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.66
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3.18
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.6

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $669.61
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,216
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $912.29
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $2,160
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,540
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $341.55

Leisure

  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $16.93
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $15.66
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $1,020
  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $39.83
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $18,755

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $2.51
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $4.38
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $38,197
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $3.92
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $36,707
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $26.31
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $126.3

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $251.8
  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $44.37

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

When local data is missing (e.g. salary for a smaller city), we estimate from peer cities in the same country using a median ratio.

Full methodology, assumptions, and formulas live on our About page.