Cost of Living in Wolverhampton
West Midlands
City
West Midlands, EnglandPopulation: 263,000
Average House Price
£273.1k
-6% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£39,951
+2% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£883/mo
-26% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,090Band D / yr
Energy£144/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£38.00/ mo
Bus Pass£69.08/ mo
House Prices in Wolverhampton
+1.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£273,060
Detached£449,550
Semi-detached£271,950
Terraced£205,350
Flat / Apartment£160,950
House prices in Wolverhampton have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Wolverhampton
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£39,951
Mean£44,838
Median hourly rate£19.03/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£27,136
Upper quartile (75th)£52,470
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+2.3%
£912 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Wolverhampton
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Wolverhampton each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £883 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £174 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £144 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £38.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £178 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £246 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £145 |
| Estimated Total | £1,844 |
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 Wolverhampton
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£69.08
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.37
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£178
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Wolverhampton
- What is the average house price in Wolverhampton?
- The average house price in Wolverhampton is £273,060, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £449,550, while flats and apartments average £160,950. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Wolverhampton?
- The median annual salary in Wolverhampton is £39,951, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £912 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £27,136 (lower quartile) to £52,470 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Wolverhampton?
- Average monthly rent in Wolverhampton is £883 per month. Rents have increased by +3.8% over the past year.
- Is Wolverhampton an affordable place to live?
- Wolverhampton is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 27% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £883, while the median annual salary is £39,951 (approximately £3,329 per month before tax).
- How does Wolverhampton compare to London?
- The average house price in Wolverhampton is £273,060, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Wolverhampton costs around 50% of London prices, making it £277,940 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £883 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Wolverhampton?
- House prices in Wolverhampton are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £273,060 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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