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Edinburgh vs London

United Kingdom vs United Kingdom · 533 km apart

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

£977 ($1,237)

single / month

Cheaper overall

London

United Kingdom

£1,225 ($1,550)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Edinburgh	London	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$10.81	$13.26	Edinburgh
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$43.25	$53.04	Edinburgh
Cappuccino	$3.24	$3.98	Edinburgh
Monthly groceries (single person)	$245	$301	Edinburgh
Monthly public transport pass	$39.64	$48.62	Edinburgh
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$105	$128	Edinburgh
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$30.27	$37.13	Edinburgh
Fitness club membership	$30.27	$37.13	Edinburgh
Cinema ticket	$7.93	$9.72	Edinburgh
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$742	$958	Edinburgh
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$516	$666	Edinburgh
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,549	$1,999	Edinburgh
Total single-person budget	$1,237	$1,550	Edinburgh
Average net salary	$3,286	$4,030

Verdict

Edinburgh is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Edinburgh runs about $1,237 versus $1,550 in London — a difference of roughly 25%.

Salary-adjusted, London 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 London

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edinburgh cheaper than London?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,237 per month in Edinburgh versus $1,550 in London — about 25% less.

How far is Edinburgh from London?

The straight-line distance between Edinburgh and London is approximately 533 km (331 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Edinburgh or London?

The estimated average net salary is $3,286 in Edinburgh and $4,030 in London. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,049 in Edinburgh versus $2,480 in London per month.