Cost of Living in Cambridge
United Kingdom • Pop: 0.1M
Cambridge is a world-renowned university city with booming tech sector.
World-class universityBiotech hubBeautiful architectureCycling culture
Cost Index
82
Rent Index
75
Avg Net Salary
£3,100/mo
Cost Breakdown vs London (Index 100)
Overall Cost
82
18% cheaperRent
75
25% cheaperGroceries
98
2% cheaperRestaurants
88
12% cheaperTransport
90
10% cheaperUtilities
92
8% cheaperSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Cambridge to match a London salary
| London Salary | Equivalent in Cambridge | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| £30,000 | £24,600 | Save £5,400 |
| £40,000 | £32,800 | Save £7,200 |
| £50,000 | £41,000 | Save £9,000 |
| £60,000 | £49,200 | Save £10,800 |
| £75,000 | £61,500 | Save £13,500 |
| £100,000 | £82,000 | Save £18,000 |
Living in Cambridge: What to Expect
Cambridge has a cost of living index of 82, meaning it is 18% cheaper than London in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Cambridge is approximately £3,100 (£3,100 when converted to GBP).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 75
- Groceries: Index of 98
- Restaurants: Index of 88
- Transport: Index of 90
- Utilities: Index of 92
Key highlights: World-class university, Biotech hub, Beautiful architecture, Cycling culture.
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