Is Dalry Expensive?

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

-15% vs Edinburgh avg

Living in Dalry, Edinburgh

Dalry is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Edinburgh, with a cost of living index of 52.8 — that is -15% compared to the Edinburgh average. Ranked #16 of 18, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around £832/month, compared to a range of £764 in Gorgie to £1,224 in New Town.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Dalry, housing takes up roughly 32% 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 £33,283 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Dalry

Salaries in Dalry reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 52.8:

After tax and deductions of 23.8% in United Kingdom, take-home pay for someone earning £33,283 would be roughly £25,362/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

52.8
COLI Index
0.85x
vs City Avg
£832
Est. 1BR Rent
#16
of 18 Areas
23.8%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Dalry

Estimated annual deductions on a £29,819 salary in Dalry, Edinburgh (local employee).

Income Tax
12%
National Insurance (NI)
8.0%
Council Tax (avg) (est.)
4.3%
Total Deductions: 23.8%
Est. Take-Home: £22,709/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $39,600
London GBP £34,079
Dubai AED AED 198,150

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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Dalry vs Corstorphine Dalry vs Gorgie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dalry expensive in Edinburgh?

Dalry is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Edinburgh. It costs about -15% less than the city average, ranking #16 out of 18 neighborhoods.

How does Dalry compare to the Edinburgh average?

The cost of living in Dalry is below the Edinburgh average. With a multiplier of 0.85x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -15% 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.