Cost of Living in Sheffield
United Kingdom • Pop: 0.6M
Sheffield offers excellent value with strong manufacturing heritage and outdoor recreation.
Greenest cityManufacturing heritageGreat universitiesOutdoor access
Cost Index
66
Rent Index
44
Avg Net Salary
£2,350/mo
Cost Breakdown vs London (Index 100)
Overall Cost
66
34% cheaperRent
44
56% cheaperGroceries
91
9% cheaperRestaurants
72
28% cheaperTransport
77
23% cheaperUtilities
84
16% cheaperSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Sheffield to match a London salary
| London Salary | Equivalent in Sheffield | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| £30,000 | £19,800 | Save £10,200 |
| £40,000 | £26,400 | Save £13,600 |
| £50,000 | £33,000 | Save £17,000 |
| £60,000 | £39,600 | Save £20,400 |
| £75,000 | £49,500 | Save £25,500 |
| £100,000 | £66,000 | Save £34,000 |
Living in Sheffield: What to Expect
Sheffield has a cost of living index of 66, meaning it is 34% cheaper than London in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Sheffield is approximately £2,350 (£2,350 when converted to GBP).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 44
- Groceries: Index of 91
- Restaurants: Index of 72
- Transport: Index of 77
- Utilities: Index of 84
Key highlights: Greenest city, Manufacturing heritage, Great universities, Outdoor access.
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