Cost of Living in Paisley
Scotland
Town
Renfrewshire, ScotlandPopulation: 77,000
Average House Price
£191k
-34% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£42,525
+9% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£929/mo
-23% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£1,579Band D / yr
Energy£153/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£37.00/ mo
Bus Pass£69.84/ mo
House Prices in Paisley
0.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£191,000
Detached£310,000
Semi-detached£190,000
Terraced£155,000
Flat / Apartment£115,000
House prices in Paisley have increased by 0.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Paisley
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£42,525
Mean£47,775
Median hourly rate£20.48/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£29,085
Upper quartile (75th)£56,175
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+8.9%
£3,486 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Paisley
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Paisley each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £929 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £132 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £153 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £37.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £180 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £259 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £147 |
| Estimated Total | £1,873 |
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 Paisley
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£69.84
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.39
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£180
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Paisley
- What is the average house price in Paisley?
- The average house price in Paisley is £191,000, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £310,000, while flats and apartments average £115,000. Prices have risen by 0.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Paisley?
- The median annual salary in Paisley is £42,525, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £3,486 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £29,085 (lower quartile) to £56,175 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Paisley?
- Average monthly rent in Paisley is £929 per month. Rents have increased by +3.6% over the past year.
- Is Paisley an affordable place to live?
- Paisley is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 26% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £929, while the median annual salary is £42,525 (approximately £3,544 per month before tax).
- How does Paisley compare to London?
- The average house price in Paisley is £191,000, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Paisley costs around 35% of London prices, making it £360,000 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £929 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Paisley?
- House prices in Paisley are currently rising, with a 0.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £191,000 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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