Cost of Living in Liverpool - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,058 (excluding rent), and $2,163 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,682 (excluding rent), and $4,257 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$22.04 £16.64

$13.78 £10.4

$41.32 £31.21

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$93.3 £70.5

$66.6 £50.3

$133 £101

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$9.73 £7.35

$9.03 £6.82

$11.12 £8.4

Cappuccino

$4.58 £3.46

$3.19 £2.41

$7.33 £5.53

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

$2.11 £1.59

$1.32 £1

$3.03 £2.29

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.46 £1.1

$1.07 £0.81

$2.47 £1.87

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$6.98 £5.27

$4.2 £3.17

$8.94 £6.75

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$6.18 £4.67

$4.39 £3.32

$7.56 £5.71

Milk (1 liter)

$1.72 £1.3

$0.88 £0.67

$2.2 £1.66

White Bread (500g)

$1.59 £1.2

$0.83 £0.63

$2.42 £1.83

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.18 £1.65

$1.35 £1.02

$4.05 £3.06

Eggs

$4 £3.02

$2.18 £1.65

$4.92 £3.72

Local Cheese (1kg)

$8.48 £6.4

$4.8 £3.63

$15.36 £11.6

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$8.78 £6.63

$6.75 £5.1

$10.81 £8.16

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$15.32 £11.57

$9.22 £6.97

$20.5 £15.48

Apples (1kg)

$2.83 £2.14

$1.85 £1.4

$3.33 £2.52

Banana (1kg)

$1.57 £1.19

$1.1 £0.83

$3.92 £2.96

Oranges (1kg)

$2.59 £1.96

$1.91 £1.44

$4.16 £3.14

Tomato (1kg)

$3.57 £2.7

$2.68 £2.03

$5.36 £4.05

Potato (1kg)

$1.78 £1.35

$0.9 £0.68

$2.68 £2.02

Onion (1kg)

$1.8 £1.36

$1.37 £1.03

$2.77 £2.09

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.22 £0.92

$1 £0.76

$1.74 £1.31

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.34 £1.01

$0.44 £0.33

$1.75 £1.32

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$20.11 £15.19

$17.42 £13.16

$21.45 £16.2

Wine (Bottle)

$10.46 £7.9

$7.85 £5.93

$15.69 £11.85

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$3.19 £2.41

$1.12 £0.85

$4.99 £3.77

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.78 £2.1

$1.34 £1.01

$4.02 £3.04

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$2.75 £2.08

$2.89 £2.18

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$97.6 £73.7

$90.5 £68.4

$113 £85.6

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$4.03 £3.04

$4.83 £3.64

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.36 £1.02

$1.93 £1.46

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$16.34 £12.34

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.92 £1.45

$1.8 £1.36

$1.98 £1.5

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

$38.9K £29.4K

$37.1K £28K

$38.9K £29.4K

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

$37.4K £28.3K

$36.1K £27.3K

$40.8K £30.8K

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

$292 £221

$232 £175

$409 £309

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

$18.37 £13.88

$10.92 £8.25

$41.21 £31.13

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$42.85 £32.36

$34.54 £26.09

$69.1 £52.2

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$37.01 £27.95

$26.87 £20.29

$47.02 £35.51

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$17.29 £13.06

$13.84 £10.45

$17.29 £13.06

Cinema Ticket

$17.4 £13.14

$9.37 £7.08

$20.08 £15.17

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

$1,639 £1,238

$1,093 £826

$2,049 £1,548

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$16.2K £12.3K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$87.5 £66.1

$40.38 £30.5

$121 £91.5

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$51.2 £38.68

$32.93 £24.87

$61.7 £46.63

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$125 £94.8

$94.9 £71.7

$170 £128

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$129 £97.7

$33.68 £25.44

$337 £254

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,199 £906

$1,003 £758

$1,605 £1,212

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$778 £588

$666 £503

$1,065 £805

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,369 £1,790

$1,609 £1,216

$2,951 £2,229

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,285 £971

$950 £718

$1,901 £1,435

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$3,349 £2,529

$2,771 £2,093

$3,676 £2,776

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$2,460 £1,858

$2,072 £1,565

$2,736 £2,067

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$3,053 £2,306

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

5.76

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

Last update: November 25, 2025

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Cost of Living in Liverpool - Frequently Asked Questions

Liverpool blends affordability with a strong cultural scene, making it appealing for travelers, expats, and digital nomads. For travelers, day-to-day costs – transit, casual meals, and sights – often stay reasonable when you explore beyond the obvious tourist zones. Expats can find rentals that offer good space relative to price, especially outside central pockets, while many neighborhoods balance pace with convenience. Digital nomads appreciate libraries, cafes, and growing coworking spaces with flexible terms. Cost of Living in Liverpool is influenced by location and seasonality, so plan around neighborhood choice. Tip: prioritize transit-friendly areas and test a few grocery shops to build a realistic budget.

Housing search in Liverpool rewards flexibility: look beyond waterfront or central areas to find better-value apartments or rooms in shared flats, with convenient bus routes or a short walk to stations. For meals, combine occasional dine-out with affordable grocery runs and markets to stretch your budget. Transport is practical, with buses, trains, and cycling lanes; a transit pass or regular bike keeps costs predictable. Co-working spaces offer range – from quiet desks to day passes – so you can choose what fits your workflow. Liverpool living cost remains approachable for many, especially when you mix options and travel during off-peak periods. Tip: try coworking on trial days to compare value.

Quality of life in Liverpool blends access to culture, sport, and waterfront leisure with a practical pace. A simple budgeting framework helps: separate housing, daily living, and discretionary spend, then compare neighborhoods by transit times and local amenities. Save by shopping at markets, choosing a few regular eateries, and using a mix of public transport options. Seasonality matters: peak tourist months can raise prices on short-term rentals and services, while shoulder seasons feel smoother. To find your fit, stroll different quarters – from buzzing Baltic Triangle to leafy outer districts – and note what amenities matter most, from parks to cafe culture. Tip: set a monthly spending envelope and review it monthly.