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London vs Glasgow

United Kingdom vs United Kingdom · 555 km apart

London

United Kingdom

£1,225 ($1,550)

single / month

VS

Glasgow

United Kingdom

£977 ($1,237)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Glasgow is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in London runs about $1,550 versus $1,237 in Glasgow — a difference of roughly 20%.

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 London  ·  Full cost of living in Glasgow

Frequently Asked Questions

Is London cheaper than Glasgow?
No. London costs an estimated $1,550 per month for a single person, about 20% more than Glasgow at $1,237.
How far is London from Glasgow?
The straight-line distance between London and Glasgow is approximately 555 km (345 miles).
Which city has better salaries, London or Glasgow?
The estimated average net salary is $4,030 in London and $3,286 in Glasgow. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,480 in London versus $2,049 in Glasgow per month.