Glasgow

Scotland's largest city with strong cultural scene, music venues, and art galleries. Very affordable with excellent job market.

Scotland🇬🇧

1-Bed Rent

£800

per month

Median Salary

£30,000

per year

Afford Alone?

No ✗

Challenging

Rent by Housing Type

Studio

£600

1-Bedroom

£800

Shared 2-Bed

£440

Coliving

£520

Shared House

£360

Monthly Budget (on £1,960 take-home)

Income£1,960
Needs (housing, food, transport)£1,210(62%)
Wants (dining, entertainment)£300(15%)
Savings£196(10%)
Remaining£254

Most Affordable Areas

  • East End
  • Maryhill
  • Springburn

Most Expensive Areas

  • City Centre
  • West End
  • Hyndland

About Glasgow

  • Very affordable housing
  • Vibrant cultural scene
  • Charles Rennie Mackintosh architecture
  • Strong job market

Average Monthly Costs (Moderate Lifestyle)

Groceries

£220

Dining Out

£130

Subscriptions

£35

Entertainment

£85

Personal Care

£50

Public Transport

£70

Similar Cities

Edinburgh

£1,150/mo

Liverpool

£725/mo

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