Wolverhampton, United Kingdom, United Kingdom — cost of living
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Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

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Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

About Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$922
Family of 4 / mo
$2,356
Avg salary (after tax)
$2,567

Wolverhampton is a vibrant city located in the West Midlands of England. Known for its rich industrial history, it was once famous for coal mining and manufacturing. Today, Wolverhampton is a lively place with a mix of old and new.

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 $74.4
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $84.18
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $41.77
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $79.87

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $3.85
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $2,428

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.78
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $6.27
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $5.31
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.57
  • CappuccinoUSD $4.5

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $17.22
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $82.22
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $8.62

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $15.11
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $3.66
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.25
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $4.08
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $3.29
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.77
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.55
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.45
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.61
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $10.97
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $18.1
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $9.5
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $8.2
  • Dozen EggsUSD $3.72
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $3.66
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3.01
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.54

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $185.18
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,175
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $798.74
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,566
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,566
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $145.49

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $39.15
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $26.1
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $18.4
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $1,723
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $13,312

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $2.49
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $4.38
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $39,154
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $18.8
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $150.32
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $36,022
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $7.05

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $60.15
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $248.64

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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