Cost of Living in Truro
South West
City
Cornwall, EnglandPopulation: 22,000
Average House Price
£261.9k
-10% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£38,525
-1% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,188/mo
-1% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,170Band D / yr
Energy£142/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£34.00/ mo
Bus Pass£71.24/ mo
House Prices in Truro
+2.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£261,870
Detached£395,850
Semi-detached£252,300
Terraced£217,500
Flat / Apartment£169,650
House prices in Truro have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Truro
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£38,525
Mean£43,350
Median hourly rate£18.51/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£26,316
Upper quartile (75th)£51,000
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
-1.3%
£514 below national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Truro
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Truro each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,188 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £181 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £142 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £34.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £184 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £275 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £150 |
| Estimated Total | £2,189 |
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 Truro
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 Truro
- What is the average house price in Truro?
- The average house price in Truro is £261,870, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £395,850, while flats and apartments average £169,650. Prices have risen by +2.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Truro?
- The median annual salary in Truro is £38,525, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £514 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £26,316 (lower quartile) to £51,000 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Truro?
- Average monthly rent in Truro is £1,188 per month. Rents have increased by +3.2% over the past year.
- Is Truro an affordable place to live?
- Truro can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 37% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,188, while the median annual salary is £38,525 (approximately £3,210 per month before tax).
- How does Truro compare to London?
- The average house price in Truro is £261,870, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Truro costs around 48% of London prices, making it £289,130 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,188 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Truro?
- House prices in Truro are currently rising, with a +2.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £261,870 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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