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Sheffield vs Southampton

United Kingdom vs United Kingdom · 276 km apart

Sheffield

United Kingdom

£977 ($1,237)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Southampton

United Kingdom

£977 ($1,237)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Salary-adjusted, Sheffield 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 Sheffield  ·  Full cost of living in Southampton

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sheffield cheaper than Southampton?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,237 per month in Sheffield versus $1,237 in Southampton — about 0% less.
How far is Sheffield from Southampton?
The straight-line distance between Sheffield and Southampton is approximately 276 km (171 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Sheffield or Southampton?
The estimated average net salary is $3,286 in Sheffield and $3,286 in Southampton. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,049 in Sheffield versus $2,049 in Southampton per month.