Edinburgh, United Kingdom
-15% vs Edinburgh avgDalry 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.
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.
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.
Estimated annual deductions on a £29,819 salary in Dalry, Edinburgh (local employee).
Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.
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 |
| 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% |
See exactly what you need to earn in Dalry, Edinburgh to maintain your lifestyle.
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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.
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.