Manchester, United Kingdom, United Kingdom — cost of living
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Manchester, United Kingdom

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Manchester, United Kingdom

About Manchester, United Kingdom

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$938
Family of 4 / mo
$2,397
Avg salary (after tax)
$3,723

Manchester is a vibrant city in the northwest of England, famous for its rich industrial history and lively culture. Once known as the heart of the Industrial Revolution, it played a crucial role in the textile industry. Today, Manchester is a modern city filled with music, art, and sports.

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

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $105.41
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $113.86
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $44.17
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $92.6

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $2.56
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $3,522

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $2.69
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $7.05
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $6.27
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.96
  • CappuccinoUSD $4.84

Food - Dining

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

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $12.64
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $3.26
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.16
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $3.15
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $2.5
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.97
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.97
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.14
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.88
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $10.97
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $18.59
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $9.69
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $9.27
  • Dozen EggsUSD $3.72
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.55
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3.8
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.82

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $578.83
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,475
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,038
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $2,732
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,702
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $368.31

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $41.9
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $14.87
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $12.93
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $1,592
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $17,666

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $3.07
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $3.61
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $34,456
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $29.12
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $119.16
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $37,321
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $4.55

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $41.39
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $305.37

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

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