Cost of Living in Manchester
United Kingdom • Pop: 0.6M
Manchester offers vibrant city lifestyle at lower costs than London, with a thriving tech and media scene.
Growing tech hubLower rentGreat nightlifeFootball culture
Cost
Index
Index
72
Rent
Index
Index
55
Avg Net Salary
$2,600/mo
Cost Breakdown vs NYC (Index 100)
Overall Cost
72
28% cheaperRent
55
45% cheaperGroceries
95
5% cheaperRestaurants
80
20% cheaperTransport
85
15% cheaperUtilities
90
10% cheaperSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Manchester to match a NYC salary
| NYC Salary | Equivalent in Manchester | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $36,000 | Save $14,000 |
| $75,000 | $54,000 | Save $21,000 |
| $100,000 | $72,000 | Save $28,000 |
| $125,000 | $90,000 | Save $35,000 |
| $150,000 | $108,000 | Save $42,000 |
| $200,000 | $144,000 | Save $56,000 |
Living in Manchester: What to Expect
Manchester has a cost of living index of 72, meaning it is 28% cheaper than NYC in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Manchester is approximately £2,600 ($2,600 when converted to USD).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 55
- Groceries: Index of 95
- Restaurants: Index of 80
- Transport: Index of 85
- Utilities: Index of 90
Key highlights: Growing tech hub, Lower rent, Great nightlife, Football culture.
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