Cost of Living in Cambridge
United Kingdom • Pop: 0.1M
Cambridge is a world-renowned university city with booming tech sector.
World-class universityBiotech hubBeautiful architectureCycling culture
Cost
Index
Index
82
Rent
Index
Index
75
Avg Net Salary
$3,100/mo
Cost Breakdown vs NYC (Index 100)
Overall Cost
82
18% cheaperRent
75
25% cheaperGroceries
98
2% cheaperRestaurants
88
12% cheaperTransport
90
10% cheaperUtilities
92
8% cheaperSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Cambridge to match a NYC salary
| NYC Salary | Equivalent in Cambridge | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $41,000 | Save $9,000 |
| $75,000 | $61,500 | Save $13,500 |
| $100,000 | $82,000 | Save $18,000 |
| $125,000 | $102,500 | Save $22,500 |
| $150,000 | $123,000 | Save $27,000 |
| $200,000 | $164,000 | Save $36,000 |
Living in Cambridge: What to Expect
Cambridge has a cost of living index of 82, meaning it is 18% cheaper than NYC in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Cambridge is approximately £3,100 ($3,100 when converted to USD).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 75
- Groceries: Index of 98
- Restaurants: Index of 88
- Transport: Index of 90
- Utilities: Index of 92
Key highlights: World-class university, Biotech hub, Beautiful architecture, Cycling culture.
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