The cost of living in Swansea is reflected by an index of 54, with rent index at 32. This page helps compare living expenses, rent, groceries, and affordability in Swansea.
Swansea has a cost of living index of 54 and a rent index of 32. 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 | 54 |
| Rent index | 32 |
| Groceries index | 52 |
| Restaurant price index | 57 |
| Local purchasing power | 79 |
| 1-bed rent in city centre | £800 |
| 1-bed rent outside centre | £650 |
Users often compare local prices with local pay. See the average salary in Swansea.
This page shows the relative cost, rent, grocery, and restaurant indices so users can compare Swansea with other places in the UK.
The sample dataset on this starter site uses a one-bedroom city-centre rent estimate of £800 per month.
Sources: Numbeo for cost of living metrics. Cost update: 2026-03-28. Salary context from ONS ASHE 2025.