Cambridge

Historic university city with booming biotech sector. Expensive housing but strong job market and excellent quality of life.

England - East🇬🇧

1-Bed Rent

£1,700

per month

Median Salary

£35,000

per year

Afford Alone?

No ✗

Challenging

Rent by Housing Type

Studio

£1,275

1-Bedroom

£1,700

Shared 2-Bed

£935

Coliving

£1,110

Shared House

£765

Monthly Budget (on £2,280 take-home)

Income£2,280
Needs (housing, food, transport)£2,145(94%)
Wants (dining, entertainment)£367(16%)
Savings£228(10%)
Remaining£-460

Most Affordable Areas

  • Arbury
  • King's Hedges
  • Trumpington

Most Expensive Areas

  • Cambridge City Centre
  • Grange Road
  • Madingley Road

About Cambridge

  • World-renowned university
  • Biotech and tech sector
  • Picturesque college city
  • Strong local job market

Average Monthly Costs (Moderate Lifestyle)

Groceries

£245

Dining Out

£155

Subscriptions

£42

Entertainment

£110

Personal Care

£60

Public Transport

£80

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£2,150/mo

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