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Edinburgh vs Bristol

United Kingdom vs United Kingdom · 501 km apart

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

£977 ($1,237)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Bristol

United Kingdom

£977 ($1,237)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseEdinburghBristolCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$10.81$10.81Edinburgh
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$43.25$43.25Edinburgh
Cappuccino$3.24$3.24Edinburgh
Monthly groceries (single person)$245$245Edinburgh
Monthly public transport pass$39.64$39.64Edinburgh
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$105$105Edinburgh
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$30.27$30.27Edinburgh
Fitness club membership$30.27$30.27Edinburgh
Cinema ticket$7.93$7.93Edinburgh
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$742$742Edinburgh
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$516$516Edinburgh
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,549$1,549Edinburgh
Total single-person budget$1,237$1,237Edinburgh
Average net salary$3,286$3,286

Verdict

Edinburgh is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Edinburgh runs about $1,237 versus $1,237 in Bristol — a difference of roughly 0%.

Salary-adjusted, Edinburgh leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Edinburgh  ·  Full cost of living in Bristol

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edinburgh cheaper than Bristol?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,237 per month in Edinburgh versus $1,237 in Bristol — about 0% less.
How far is Edinburgh from Bristol?
The straight-line distance between Edinburgh and Bristol is approximately 501 km (312 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Edinburgh or Bristol?
The estimated average net salary is $3,286 in Edinburgh and $3,286 in Bristol. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,049 in Edinburgh versus $2,049 in Bristol per month.