Cost of Living vs Salary

Compare two cities. Find out exactly how much you need to earn to maintain the same lifestyle.

City A

City

Your Salary (£)

City B

City

Your Salary (£)

FAQs

How is disposable income calculated?

We take your take-home pay after income tax, NI, and pension, then subtract average 1-bed rent, groceries, transport, and utilities for each city. The remainder is your disposable income for everything else.

Is London always worth the higher salary?

Not always. Despite London salaries averaging £13,000 more than Leeds, the average London worker has less disposable income due to significantly higher rent and commute costs. Use this tool to see your specific numbers.