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Cost of Living in London
Monthly Total
$2,824
$49,420
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,311
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$50
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,311
$22,943
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$177
$3,098
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$175
$3,063
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$252
$4,410
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$330
$5,775
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$274
$4,795
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$243
$4,253
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$62
$1,085
Monthly Total
$2,824
$49,420
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