The cost of living in Cardiff is reflected by an index of 59, with rent index at 38. This page helps compare living expenses, rent, groceries, and affordability in Cardiff.
Cardiff has a cost of living index of 59 and a rent index of 38. That makes it more affordable than the priciest UK city markets. Grocery and restaurant costs are shown below to help users compare daily spending.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost of living index | 59 |
| Rent index | 38 |
| Groceries index | 57 |
| Restaurant price index | 61 |
| Local purchasing power | 83 |
| 1-bed rent in city centre | £1,000 |
| 1-bed rent outside centre | £800 |
Users often compare local prices with local pay. See the average salary in Cardiff.
This page shows the relative cost, rent, grocery, and restaurant indices so users can compare Cardiff with other places in the UK.
The sample dataset on this starter site uses a one-bedroom city-centre rent estimate of £1,000 per month.
Sources: Numbeo for cost of living metrics. Cost update: 2026-03-28. Salary context from ONS ASHE 2025.