United Kingdom
Cost of Living in London
Monthly Total
$4,952
$86,660
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$2,648
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$77
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
$2,648
$46,340
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$390
$6,825
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$163
$2,853
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$312
$5,460
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$660
$11,550
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$352
$6,160
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$396
$6,930
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$31
$543
Monthly Total
$4,952
$86,660
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