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Cost of living
in Birmingham.

Living in Birmingham, United Kingdom costs about $2,300/month all-in for one person, and roughly $5,290/month for a family of four. That is cheaper than 29% of the 310 cities we track, and about 41% below New York.

Last updated August 2026 · How we calculate this

Single person, all-in $2,300/mo
Rent (studio)$1,035
Food & groceries$506
Utilities & internet$230
Transport$184
Fun & everything else$345
Family of four$5,290/mo
How it ranks

Cheaper than 29% of the 310 cities we track.

About 41% cheaper than New York.

Population 1.2M
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Figures are average all-in monthly costs for one person, in USD — estimates for guidance, not a personal budget. The breakdown is a typical split of the total. Convert to your currency →

Living in Birmingham — FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Birmingham?

A single person needs roughly $2,300/month all-in in Birmingham, United Kingdom — rent, food, transport and utilities. A family of four runs closer to $5,290/month.

Is Birmingham expensive?

Birmingham is cheaper than 29% of the 310 cities we track, and about 41% cheaper than New York.

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🇬🇧 Glasgow $2,200🇬🇧 Leeds $2,200🇬🇧 Manchester $2,400🇬🇧 Bristol $2,500🇬🇧 Edinburgh $2,700🇬🇧 London $3,600