Is Comely Bank Expensive?

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

+2% vs Edinburgh avg

Living in Comely Bank, Edinburgh

Comely Bank is a relatively affordable area in Edinburgh, with a cost of living index of 63.3 — that is +2% compared to the Edinburgh average. At #10 of 18, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around £998/month, compared to a range of £764 in Gorgie to £1,224 in New Town.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Comely Bank, housing takes up roughly 39% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 17%, while transportation costs around 9%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately £39,940 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Comely Bank

Salaries in Comely Bank reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 63.3:

After tax and deductions of 25.2% in United Kingdom, take-home pay for someone earning £39,940 would be roughly £29,875/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

63.3
COLI Index
1.02x
vs City Avg
£998
Est. 1BR Rent
#10
of 18 Areas
25.2%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Comely Bank

Estimated annual deductions on a £35,749 salary in Comely Bank, Edinburgh (local employee).

Income Tax
13%
National Insurance (NI)
8.0%
Council Tax (avg) (est.)
4.3%
Total Deductions: 25.2%
Est. Take-Home: £26,723/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Comely Bank would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $47,475
London GBP £40,856
Dubai AED AED 237,555

Other Neighborhoods in Edinburgh

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
New Town 77.6 1.25x +25%
Old Town 73.3 1.18x +18%
Stockbridge 71.4 1.15x +15%
Dean Village 71.4 1.15x +15%
Morningside 68.3 1.10x +10%

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Comely Bank vs Gorgie Comely Bank vs New Town

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Comely Bank expensive in Edinburgh?

Comely Bank is near the city average for Edinburgh. Costs are about +2% vs the average, making it a mid-range neighborhood.

How does Comely Bank compare to the Edinburgh average?

The cost of living in Comely Bank is near the Edinburgh average. With a multiplier of 1.02x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +2% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include UK Office for National Statistics · HM Revenue & Customs · OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.