Cost of Living in Bangor
Northern Ireland
Town
County Down, Northern IrelandPopulation: 61,000
Average House Price
£192.1k
-34% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£33,926
-13% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£936/mo
-22% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£1,197Band D / yr
Energy£137/ mo
Water£34.00/ mo
Broadband£35.00/ mo
Bus Pass£64.21/ mo
House Prices in Bangor
+3.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£192,080
Detached£279,300
Semi-detached£178,360
Terraced£137,200
Flat / Apartment£115,640
House prices in Bangor have increased by +3.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Bangor
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£33,926
Mean£37,944
Median hourly rate£16.18/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£23,064
Upper quartile (75th)£44,640
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
-13.1%
£5,113 below national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Bangor
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Bangor each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £936 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £100 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £137 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £35.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £166 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £243 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £135 |
| Estimated Total | £1,786 |
These figures are estimates based on averages and may vary depending on your lifestyle, property type, and household size. Council tax shown at Band D; your band may differ.
Transport Costs in Bangor
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£64.21
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.28
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£166
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Bangor
- What is the average house price in Bangor?
- The average house price in Bangor is £192,080, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £279,300, while flats and apartments average £115,640. Prices have risen by +3.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Bangor?
- The median annual salary in Bangor is £33,926, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £5,113 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £23,064 (lower quartile) to £44,640 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Bangor?
- Average monthly rent in Bangor is £936 per month. Rents have increased by +6.6% over the past year.
- Is Bangor an affordable place to live?
- Bangor can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 33% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £936, while the median annual salary is £33,926 (approximately £2,827 per month before tax).
- How does Bangor compare to London?
- The average house price in Bangor is £192,080, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Bangor costs around 35% of London prices, making it £358,920 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £936 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Bangor?
- House prices in Bangor are currently rising, with a +3.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £192,080 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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