The Verdict
Living in Edinburgh is 26% more expensive than Porto.
If you move from Edinburgh to Porto, you will pay less for housing and less for daily groceries. To maintain the same standard of life as a £40,000 salary in Edinburgh, you would need to earn about £26,667 in Porto.
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Category Breakdown
Compare costs across 6 key categories
City Profiles
What makes each city unique
Why people love Edinburgh:
Why people love Porto:
Real Monthly Costs
Estimated costs based on London baseline prices
| Expense | Edinburgh | Porto | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bed apartment (city centre) | £1,300 | £840 | £-460 |
| Monthly groceries | £336 | £217 | £-119 |
| Dining out (10 meals) | £213 | £120 | £-93 |
| Public transport pass | £141 | £104 | £-37 |
| Utilities (electric, heating, water) | £166 | £130 | £-36 |
| Total Monthly | £2,155 | £1,411 | £-744 |
* Estimates based on London = 100 index. Actual costs vary by lifestyle and location within city.
Who Should Choose Which City?
Recommendations based on your priorities
- Prioritize safety (score: 85/100)
- Want higher earning potential (£2,800/mo avg)
- Want lower overall living costs (26% cheaper)
- Are looking for more affordable housing
- Have children (lower childcare costs)
- Work in tech or startups
Quality of Life & Safety
Beyond just costs - what matters for daily life
Quality of Life Score
Quality of Life Score
Safety Score
Safety Score
Salary Equivalence
How much you'd need in Porto to match a Edinburgh salary
| Salary in Edinburgh | Equivalent in Porto | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| £30,000 | £20,000 | £10,000 less |
| £40,000 | £26,667 | £13,333 less |
| £50,000 | £33,333 | £16,667 less |
| £60,000 | £40,000 | £20,000 less |
| £80,000 | £53,333 | £26,667 less |
| £100,000 | £66,667 | £33,333 less |
Edinburgh vs Porto: Summary
The overall cost of living differs by 26%. Porto is the more affordable option.
Rent: Edinburgh has a rent index of 65, while Porto has 42.
Average Salaries: Edinburgh: £2,800/month vs Porto: £1,204/month (both in GBP).
Out of 6 categories, Edinburgh wins 0, while Porto wins 6.
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