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City Comparison

New York is 47% more expensive

New York
0

cheaper categories

Tied
0

categories

Edinburgh
6

cheaper categories

Category Breakdown

Overall Cost
125
New York
47 pts pricier
78
Edinburgh
Cheaper
Rent
180
New York
115 pts pricier
65
Edinburgh
Cheaper
Groceries
105
New York
9 pts pricier
96
Edinburgh
Cheaper
Restaurants
115
New York
30 pts pricier
85
Edinburgh
Cheaper
Transport
95
New York
7 pts pricier
88
Edinburgh
Cheaper
Utilities
110
New York
18 pts pricier
92
Edinburgh
Cheaper

Salary Equivalence

How much you'd need in Edinburgh to match a New York salary

Salary in New YorkEquivalent in EdinburghDifference
£30,000£18,720£11,280 less
£40,000£24,960£15,040 less
£50,000£31,200£18,800 less
£60,000£37,440£22,560 less
£80,000£49,920£30,080 less
£100,000£62,400£37,600 less

New York vs Edinburgh: Summary

The overall cost of living differs by 47%. Edinburgh is the more affordable option.

Rent: New York has a rent index of 180, while Edinburgh has 65.

Average Salaries: New York: £4,345/month vs Edinburgh: £2,800/month (both in GBP).

Out of 6 categories, New York wins 0, while Edinburgh wins 6.

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