Cost of Living in Livingston
Scotland
Town
West Lothian, ScotlandPopulation: 57,000
Average House Price
£179.5k
-38% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£40,095
+3% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£990/mo
-18% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£1,548Band D / yr
Energy£152/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£41.00/ mo
Bus Pass£72.63/ mo
House Prices in Livingston
+4.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£179,540
Detached£291,400
Semi-detached£178,600
Terraced£145,700
Flat / Apartment£108,100
House prices in Livingston have increased by +4.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Livingston
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£40,095
Mean£45,045
Median hourly rate£19.30/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£27,423
Upper quartile (75th)£52,965
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+2.7%
£1,056 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Livingston
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Livingston each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £990 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £129 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £152 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £41.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £188 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £254 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £153 |
| Estimated Total | £1,942 |
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 Livingston
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£72.63
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.44
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£188
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Livingston
- What is the average house price in Livingston?
- The average house price in Livingston is £179,540, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £291,400, while flats and apartments average £108,100. Prices have risen by +4.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Livingston?
- The median annual salary in Livingston is £40,095, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,056 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £27,423 (lower quartile) to £52,965 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Livingston?
- Average monthly rent in Livingston is £990 per month. Rents have increased by +1.6% over the past year.
- Is Livingston an affordable place to live?
- Livingston 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 £990, while the median annual salary is £40,095 (approximately £3,341 per month before tax).
- How does Livingston compare to London?
- The average house price in Livingston is £179,540, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Livingston costs around 33% of London prices, making it £371,460 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £990 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Livingston?
- House prices in Livingston are currently rising, with a +4.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £179,540 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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