Cost of Living in Exeter
South West
City
Devon, EnglandPopulation: 131,000
Average House Price
£325.1k
+12% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£38,903
-0% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,155/mo
-4% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,102Band D / yr
Energy£140/ mo
Water£34.00/ mo
Broadband£35.00/ mo
Bus Pass£71.97/ mo
House Prices in Exeter
+3.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£325,080
Detached£491,400
Semi-detached£313,200
Terraced£270,000
Flat / Apartment£210,600
House prices in Exeter have increased by +3.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Exeter
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£38,903
Mean£43,775
Median hourly rate£18.69/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£26,574
Upper quartile (75th)£51,500
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
-0.3%
£136 below national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Exeter
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Exeter each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,155 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £175 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £140 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £35.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £186 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £267 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £151 |
| Estimated Total | £2,143 |
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 Exeter
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£71.97
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.43
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£186
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Exeter
- What is the average house price in Exeter?
- The average house price in Exeter is £325,080, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £491,400, while flats and apartments average £210,600. Prices have risen by +3.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Exeter?
- The median annual salary in Exeter is £38,903, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £136 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £26,574 (lower quartile) to £51,500 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Exeter?
- Average monthly rent in Exeter is £1,155 per month. Rents have increased by +4.2% over the past year.
- Is Exeter an affordable place to live?
- Exeter can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 36% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,155, while the median annual salary is £38,903 (approximately £3,242 per month before tax).
- How does Exeter compare to London?
- The average house price in Exeter is £325,080, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Exeter costs around 59% of London prices, making it £225,920 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,155 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Exeter?
- House prices in Exeter are currently rising, with a +3.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £325,080 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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