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

Name: Isle Of Man
Address: IM

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,168 (excluding rent), and $2,496 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,943 (excluding rent), and $5,280 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$29.39 IMP 21.96

$16.03 IMP 11.97

$30.73 IMP 22.96

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$109 IMP 81.1

$74.7 IMP 55.8

$136 IMP 101

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$10.15 IMP 7.58

$9.22 IMP 6.89

$10.70 IMP 7.99

Cappuccino

$5.13 IMP 3.83

$3.98 IMP 2.97

$7.88 IMP 5.89

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

$2.65 IMP 1.98

$2.19 IMP 1.64

$3.44 IMP 2.57

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.83 IMP 1.36

$1.45 IMP 1.08

$2.77 IMP 2.07

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$6.61 IMP 4.94

$5.39 IMP 4.03

$6.74 IMP 5.04

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$6.19 IMP 4.63

$5.50 IMP 4.11

$6.88 IMP 5.14

Milk (1 liter)

$1.98 IMP 1.48

$1.60 IMP 1.19

$2.93 IMP 2.19

White Bread (500g)

$2.42 IMP 1.80

$1.38 IMP 1.03

$6.14 IMP 4.59

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.35 IMP 1.75

$1.38 IMP 1.03

$3.45 IMP 2.58

Eggs

$4.44 IMP 3.32

$3.25 IMP 2.43

$4.88 IMP 3.64

Local Cheese (1kg)

$6.50 IMP 4.86

$4.18 IMP 3.12

$12.54 IMP 9.37

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$8.70 IMP 6.50

$6.60 IMP 4.93

$11.00 IMP 8.22

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$11.74 IMP 8.77

$6.74 IMP 5.04

$19.84 IMP 14.82

Apples (1kg)

$2.60 IMP 1.94

$1.32 IMP 0.99

$3.43 IMP 2.56

Banana (1kg)

$1.91 IMP 1.43

$1.31 IMP 0.98

$3.58 IMP 2.67

Oranges (1kg)

$2.78 IMP 2.08

$1.93 IMP 1.44

$6.89 IMP 5.14

Tomato (1kg)

$2.63 IMP 1.96

$1.35 IMP 1.01

$4.40 IMP 3.29

Potato (1kg)

$2.36 IMP 1.77

$0.93 IMP 0.69

$4.12 IMP 3.08

Onion (1kg)

$2.52 IMP 1.88

$1.73 IMP 1.29

$3.97 IMP 2.96

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.73 IMP 1.29

$1.03 IMP 0.77

$2.74 IMP 2.05

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.97 IMP 1.47

$0.22 IMP 0.17

$2.66 IMP 1.99

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$22.90 IMP 17.11

$17.78 IMP 13.28

$25.59 IMP 19.11

Wine (Bottle)

$13.05 IMP 9.75

$10.99 IMP 8.21

$16.49 IMP 12.32

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$4.10 IMP 3.06

$1.38 IMP 1.03

$5.53 IMP 4.13

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.68 IMP 2.75

$1.89 IMP 1.41

$5.40 IMP 4.03

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$3.43 IMP 2.57

$2.65 IMP 1.98

$4.10 IMP 3.06

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$64.7 IMP 48.34

$43.59 IMP 32.56

$136 IMP 102

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$5.06 IMP 3.78

$4.11 IMP 3.07

$6.84 IMP 5.11

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.48 IMP 1.11

$1.24 IMP 0.92

$1.73 IMP 1.29

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$82.0 IMP 61.2

$68.3 IMP 51.0

$95.6 IMP 71.4

Gasoline (1 liter)

$2.06 IMP 1.54

$1.87 IMP 1.39

$2.55 IMP 1.90

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

$34.1K IMP 25.5K

$25.3K IMP 18.9K

$46.6K IMP 34.8K

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

$35.5K IMP 26.5K

$31.4K IMP 23.5K

$42.3K IMP 31.6K

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

$298 IMP 222

$170 IMP 127

$543 IMP 405

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

$38.71 IMP 28.91

$31.59 IMP 23.60

$68.7 IMP 51.3

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$75.8 IMP 56.7

$61.9 IMP 46.21

$99.0 IMP 73.9

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$62.5 IMP 46.67

$54.5 IMP 40.73

$81.8 IMP 61.1

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$21.99 IMP 16.42

$13.53 IMP 10.11

$27.05 IMP 20.21

Cinema Ticket

$13.74 IMP 10.27

$10.30 IMP 7.70

$23.36 IMP 17.45

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

$1,324 IMP 989

$824 IMP 615

$1,716 IMP 1,282

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$32.0K IMP 23.9K

$9,479 IMP 7,081

$74.5K IMP 55.6K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$85.6 IMP 63.9

$46.68 IMP 34.87

$120 IMP 89.7

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$42.21 IMP 31.53

$34.31 IMP 25.63

$54.9 IMP 41.02

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$125 IMP 93.7

$48.23 IMP 36.02

$165 IMP 124

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$78.7 IMP 58.8

$41.40 IMP 30.93

$110 IMP 82.5

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,216 IMP 909

$1,089 IMP 813

$1,361 IMP 1,017

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,050 IMP 784

$809 IMP 604

$1,214 IMP 907

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,183 IMP 1,631

$2,018 IMP 1,507

$2,502 IMP 1,869

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,946 IMP 1,454

$1,686 IMP 1,260

$2,158 IMP 1,612

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$4,194 IMP 3,133

$2,435 IMP 1,819

$6,088 IMP 4,547

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$3,508 IMP 2,620

$2,664 IMP 1,990

$5,062 IMP 3,781

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$3,413 IMP 2,549

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 18, 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	-		$533	$870	$1,330	$3,707	72.88	115.47
2	Douglas	26218	128	$1,134	$2,586	$2,968	$5,159	70.09	126.32
3	Onchan	-	65	$1,121	$1,274	$2,559	$2,872	38	124.94
4	Port Erin	-	68	$1,081	$1,329	$2,550	$2,928	30.62	105.07
5	Ramsey	7800	65	$1,046	$1,310	$2,956	$2,921	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.