Cost of Living in Glasgow
Scotland
City
Population: 635,000
Average House Price
£189.1k
-35% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£38,070
-2% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£980/mo
-18% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£1,533Band D / yr
Energy£151/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£36.00/ mo
Bus Pass£69.14/ mo
House Prices in Glasgow
+4.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£189,090
Detached£306,900
Semi-detached£188,100
Terraced£153,450
Flat / Apartment£113,850
House prices in Glasgow have increased by +4.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Glasgow
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£38,070
Mean£42,770
Median hourly rate£18.33/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£26,038
Upper quartile (75th)£50,290
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
-2.5%
£969 below national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Glasgow
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Glasgow each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £980 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £128 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £151 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £36.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £179 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £251 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £145 |
| Estimated Total | £1,905 |
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 Glasgow
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£69.14
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.37
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£179
Compare Glasgow with Another Location
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Glasgow
- What is the average house price in Glasgow?
- The average house price in Glasgow is £189,090, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £306,900, while flats and apartments average £113,850. Prices have risen by +4.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Glasgow?
- The median annual salary in Glasgow is £38,070, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £969 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £26,038 (lower quartile) to £50,290 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Glasgow?
- Average monthly rent in Glasgow is £980 per month. Rents have increased by +0.6% over the past year.
- Is Glasgow an affordable place to live?
- Glasgow can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 31% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £980, while the median annual salary is £38,070 (approximately £3,173 per month before tax).
- How does Glasgow compare to London?
- The average house price in Glasgow is £189,090, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Glasgow costs around 34% of London prices, making it £361,910 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £980 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Glasgow?
- House prices in Glasgow are currently rising, with a +4.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £189,090 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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