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Salary in Edinburgh

Average salaries, cost of living, and what to expect when working in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

Average Salary

£39,719

-18% vs national

Cost of Living

105

+5% vs national avg (100)

Monthly Salary

£3,310

gross per month

Working in Edinburgh

Scottish capital with strong finance, public sector, tourism, higher education, and technology jobs

Salary vs Cost of Living

Compared to United Kingdom Average

Salary difference-18%
Cost of living difference+5%
Net purchasing power-23%

Key Takeaway

Edinburgh's higher costs offset some of the salary advantage. Your purchasing power is 23% lower than the national average.

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