The Verdict
Although London pays £14000 more on average, higher rent and living costs mean you actually have less disposable income in London (£733/month vs £1293/month after rent).
See salary breakdowns: London · Liverpool
Cost of Living: London vs Liverpool
The cost of living differences between London and Liverpool are significant. Average rent for a one-bedroom flat is approximately £1600/month in London versus £650/month in Liverpool — meaning London is £950/month more expensive for renters. Average house prices are approximately £520,000 in London versus £185,000 in Liverpool. For property buying, see mortgage affordability calculator.
Salary Comparison
The median salary in London is approximately £39,716 compared to £29,000 in Liverpool. London salaries are typically £10,716 higher, but this must be weighed against the higher cost of living. In fact, the higher rent in London more than offsets the salary premium — you would likely have more disposable income on a similar role in Liverpool.
Key Industries
London is strong in financial services, technology, media, legal. Liverpool excels in healthcare, finance, logistics, higher education. Your career sector may determine which city offers better opportunities regardless of headline salary figures. See London salary guide and Liverpool salary guide for more detail.
Calculate your take home in either city
Salary calculator →