Frequently Asked Questions
What salary in London matches £35,000 in Bristol?
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£46,650 in London provides the same purchasing power as £35,000 in Bristol.
This is based on Bristol's COL index of 75 vs London's 100 (London = 100, Numbeo 2025).
The 33% cost difference translates directly to a 33% higher equivalent salary.
Is London significantly cheaper than Bristol?
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London is 33% more expensive overall than Bristol.
The most visible difference is rent: Bristol averages £1,350/month for a 1-bed flat
vs £2,050/month in London
— a premium of £700/month (£8,400/year).
How is the salary equivalence calculated?
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SalaryDex uses city-level cost-of-living indices from Numbeo 2025, normalised so London = 100.
The formula is: equivalent = salary × (cityB COL ÷ cityA COL).
For this page: £35,000 × (100 ÷ 75) = £46,650.
The index captures overall cost differences including rent, food, transport, utilities and services.
It does not account for individual tax positions or lifestyle choices.
Should I accept a lower salary to move from Bristol to London?
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Moving to London requires a higher salary to maintain your standard of living.
You need approximately £46,650 — £11,650 more than your current £35,000 in Bristol.
London is 33% more expensive overall and rent averages £2,050/month vs £1,350.