Cost of Living in Isle Of Man - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Isle Of Man
Address: IM

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,164 (excluding rent), and $2,465 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,999 (excluding rent), and $5,241 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$29.68 IMP 22.17

$16.19 IMP 12.09

$31.03 IMP 23.18

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$110 IMP 82.1

$75.5 IMP 56.4

$137 IMP 103

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$10.22 IMP 7.64

$9.29 IMP 6.94

$10.78 IMP 8.05

Cappuccino

$5.11 IMP 3.82

$3.96 IMP 2.96

$7.85 IMP 5.87

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.57 IMP 1.92

$2.13 IMP 1.59

$3.34 IMP 2.49

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.84 IMP 1.38

$1.46 IMP 1.09

$2.80 IMP 2.09

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$6.82 IMP 5.09

$5.56 IMP 4.15

$6.95 IMP 5.19

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$6.29 IMP 4.70

$5.59 IMP 4.18

$6.99 IMP 5.22

Milk (1 liter)

$2.05 IMP 1.53

$1.66 IMP 1.24

$3.04 IMP 2.27

White Bread (500g)

$2.35 IMP 1.76

$1.35 IMP 1.00

$5.98 IMP 4.47

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.28 IMP 1.70

$1.34 IMP 1.00

$3.35 IMP 2.50

Eggs

$4.34 IMP 3.24

$3.18 IMP 2.38

$4.77 IMP 3.56

Local Cheese (1kg)

$6.30 IMP 4.71

$4.05 IMP 3.03

$12.15 IMP 9.08

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$8.76 IMP 6.55

$6.64 IMP 4.96

$11.08 IMP 8.27

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$11.90 IMP 8.89

$6.83 IMP 5.10

$20.10 IMP 15.01

Apples (1kg)

$2.73 IMP 2.04

$1.38 IMP 1.03

$3.59 IMP 2.68

Banana (1kg)

$1.95 IMP 1.45

$1.33 IMP 0.99

$3.63 IMP 2.71

Oranges (1kg)

$2.69 IMP 2.01

$1.86 IMP 1.39

$6.66 IMP 4.98

Tomato (1kg)

$2.58 IMP 1.93

$1.33 IMP 0.99

$4.32 IMP 3.23

Potato (1kg)

$2.30 IMP 1.72

$0.90 IMP 0.67

$4.00 IMP 2.99

Onion (1kg)

$2.52 IMP 1.89

$1.73 IMP 1.29

$3.97 IMP 2.97

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.74 IMP 1.30

$1.03 IMP 0.77

$2.75 IMP 2.05

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.99 IMP 1.49

$0.23 IMP 0.17

$2.68 IMP 2.00

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$23.15 IMP 17.30

$17.97 IMP 13.43

$25.87 IMP 19.33

Wine (Bottle)

$12.64 IMP 9.44

$10.64 IMP 7.95

$15.97 IMP 11.93

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$4.09 IMP 3.05

$1.38 IMP 1.03

$5.51 IMP 4.11

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.72 IMP 2.78

$1.91 IMP 1.43

$5.46 IMP 4.08

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$3.56 IMP 2.66

$2.74 IMP 2.05

$4.24 IMP 3.17

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$65.6 IMP 49.03

$44.21 IMP 33.03

$138 IMP 103

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$5.07 IMP 3.78

$4.11 IMP 3.07

$6.84 IMP 5.11

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.55 IMP 1.16

$1.30 IMP 0.97

$1.81 IMP 1.35

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$81.1 IMP 60.6

$67.6 IMP 50.5

$94.7 IMP 70.7

Gasoline (1 liter)

$2.04 IMP 1.52

$1.84 IMP 1.38

$2.52 IMP 1.88

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$34.6K IMP 25.8K

$25.7K IMP 19.2K

$47.3K IMP 35.3K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$35.7K IMP 26.7K

$31.6K IMP 23.6K

$42.5K IMP 31.8K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$304 IMP 227

$173 IMP 129

$554 IMP 414

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$37.85 IMP 28.27

$30.89 IMP 23.08

$67.2 IMP 50.2

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$75.3 IMP 56.3

$61.5 IMP 45.90

$98.3 IMP 73.4

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$62.6 IMP 46.79

$54.7 IMP 40.83

$82.0 IMP 61.3

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$22.44 IMP 16.76

$13.81 IMP 10.32

$27.62 IMP 20.63

Cinema Ticket

$13.79 IMP 10.30

$10.34 IMP 7.72

$23.43 IMP 17.50

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$1,306 IMP 976

$813 IMP 607

$1,693 IMP 1,265

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$32.2K IMP 24.0K

$9,518 IMP 7,110

$74.8K IMP 55.9K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$87.6 IMP 65.4

$47.75 IMP 35.67

$123 IMP 91.7

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$42.39 IMP 31.67

$34.47 IMP 25.75

$55.2 IMP 41.20

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$126 IMP 94.1

$48.45 IMP 36.19

$166 IMP 124

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$76.1 IMP 56.9

$40.06 IMP 29.93

$107 IMP 79.8

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,204 IMP 900

$1,078 IMP 805

$1,347 IMP 1,007

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,054 IMP 788

$813 IMP 607

$1,219 IMP 911

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,240 IMP 1,673

$2,071 IMP 1,547

$2,568 IMP 1,918

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,985 IMP 1,483

$1,719 IMP 1,284

$2,201 IMP 1,644

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$4,177 IMP 3,120

$2,425 IMP 1,812

$6,063 IMP 4,529

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$3,497 IMP 2,613

$2,656 IMP 1,984

$5,047 IMP 3,770

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$3,400 IMP 2,540

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

3.66

2.67

5.25

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: January 11, 2026

By City in Isle Of Man

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Ballasalla	-		$610	$894	$1,140	$3,684	72.88	115.47
2	Douglas	26218	128	$1,162	$2,563	$2,917	$5,212	70.09	126.32
3	Onchan	-	65	$859	$1,257	$2,897	$2,866	38	124.94
4	Port Erin	-	68	$901	$1,348	$2,864	$2,996	30.62	105.07
5	Ramsey	7800	65	$1,136	$1,316	$2,247	$2,889	147.3	118.05

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Cost of Living in Isle Of Man - Frequently Asked Questions

The Cost of Living in Isle Of Man tends to be stable, with reliable services and measured budgets for utilities, transport, and daily needs. Housing options vary by area: central towns offer convenience, while rural pockets deliver space and a slower tempo. For nomads and expats, planning longer stays around neighborhoods with good transit and amenities often yields the best balance between comfort and cost. Seasonal demand can shift some dynamics, but local markets and community resources help you stretch a budget. Tip: map a couple of neighborhoods and test commuting times before committing to a longer stay.

To navigate daily life, start your housing search in Douglas, Laxey, Ramsey, or coastal villages, balancing commute, safety, and amenities. Food options include markets with local produce and reliable supermarkets, plus fresh seafood along the coast. Public transport covers main routes, with cycling and occasional car-sharing filling gaps. Co-working spaces and cafes support remote work, alongside libraries for errands. Isle Of Man living cost varies by neighborhood and season, so tailor your budget around your weekly routine and anticipated trips. Tip: plan errands in blocks and use seasonal sales to stretch groceries.

Quality of life improves when you apply a simple budgeting framework: identify essentials, set a monthly cap on non-essentials, and keep a small buffer for seasonal changes in transport or events. Seasonality matters – summer brings outdoor options and busier streets; winter can be quieter but expenses may be steadier. For neighborhood fit, consider coastal towns for easy access to nature, or central towns for quick services and coworking. Build a flexible schedule that aligns with ferries, markets, and community events. Tip: join local groups to discover resident-approved spaces and budget-friendly activities that fit your rhythm.