Cost of Living in Dundee
Scotland
City
Population: 149,000
Average House Price
£194.8k
-33% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£43,335
+11% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,072/mo
-11% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£1,548Band D / yr
Energy£152/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£39.00/ mo
Bus Pass£71.24/ mo
House Prices in Dundee
+2.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£194,820
Detached£316,200
Semi-detached£193,800
Terraced£158,100
Flat / Apartment£117,300
House prices in Dundee have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Dundee
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£43,335
Mean£48,685
Median hourly rate£20.87/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£29,639
Upper quartile (75th)£57,245
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+11.0%
£4,296 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Dundee
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Dundee each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,072 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £129 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £152 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £39.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £184 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £254 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £150 |
| Estimated Total | £2,015 |
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 Dundee
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£71.24
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.41
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£184
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Dundee
- What is the average house price in Dundee?
- The average house price in Dundee is £194,820, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £316,200, while flats and apartments average £117,300. Prices have risen by +2.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Dundee?
- The median annual salary in Dundee is £43,335, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £4,296 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £29,639 (lower quartile) to £57,245 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Dundee?
- Average monthly rent in Dundee is £1,072 per month. Rents have increased by +1.6% over the past year.
- Is Dundee an affordable place to live?
- Dundee is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 30% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £1,072, while the median annual salary is £43,335 (approximately £3,611 per month before tax).
- How does Dundee compare to London?
- The average house price in Dundee is £194,820, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Dundee costs around 35% of London prices, making it £356,180 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,072 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Dundee?
- House prices in Dundee are currently rising, with a +2.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £194,820 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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