How much does it cost to live in Glasgow? Rent, transport and salary benchmarks for Scotland's largest city.
Glasgow is good value for city living compared to the UK average. This guide covers rent, transport, food, bills and local salary benchmarks.
Glasgow rents remain significantly below Edinburgh. One-bed flats in the West End and Finnieston cost £850–£1,100. The South Side offers better value at £750–£950.
Glasgow has an underground (the Clockwork Orange), extensive buses and a suburban rail network. Edinburgh is approximately 50 minutes by train.
| Expense | Estimated Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| Rent (1-bed) | £800–£1,100 |
| Utilities (gas, electric, water) | £120–£180 |
| Broadband | £25–£40 |
| Transport | £80–£100 |
| Food and Groceries | £200–£350 |
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Glasgow is good value for city living. Typical one-bed rents are £800–£1,100 per month.
The median salary in Glasgow is approximately £33,000.
Yes. One-bed rents in Glasgow are £800–£1,100 versus £1,800–£2,400 in London.