🇵🇹 Lisbon vs 🇬🇧 London
Cost of living comparison · 2026
🇵🇹
Lisbon
Portugal
$1,785–$2,826/mo
€1,653 – €2,617 / month (local)
🇬🇧
London
United Kingdom
$3,015–$4,774/mo
£2,374 – £3,759 / month (local)
London is 69% more expensive
Lisbon wins on affordability
Cost breakdown
| Category | Lisbon (USD) | London (USD) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (1-bed, city center) | $1,338–$2,082 | $2,262–$3,518 | 🟢 Lisbon |
| Rent (1-bed, outside center) | $706–$1,115 | $1,194–$1,885 | 🟢 Lisbon |
| Utilities | $56–$108 | $94–$182 | 🟢 Lisbon |
| Groceries | $283–$424 | $477–$716 | 🟢 Lisbon |
| Eating out (mid-range meal) | $37–$67 | $63–$113 | 🟢 Lisbon |
| Public transport (monthly) | $71–$86 | $119–$144 | 🟢 Lisbon |
| Internet & Mobile | $22–$37 | $38–$63 | 🟢 Lisbon |
| Gym membership | $26–$48 | $44–$82 | 🟢 Lisbon |
| Cinema ticket | $10–$13 | $18–$23 | 🟢 Lisbon |
| Monthly total (single) | $1,785–$2,826 | $3,015–$4,774 | 🟢 Lisbon |
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Quality of life comparison
Housing6.6 / 10 · 2.8 / 10
Lisbon▲ better
London
Safety9.3 / 10 · 8.1 / 10
Lisbon▲ better
London
Healthcare9.3 / 10 · 8.1 / 10
Lisbon▲ better
London
Education8.9 / 10 · 7.7 / 10
Lisbon▲ better
London
Environment8.0 / 10 · 8.5 / 10
Lisbon
London▲ better
Economy8.0 / 10 · 6.8 / 10
Lisbon▲ better
London
Culture8.6 / 10 · 7.4 / 10
Lisbon▲ better
London
Internet9.0 / 10 · 7.8 / 10
Lisbon▲ better
London
Who should choose which city?
Choose Lisbon if…
- ✓You want lower typical monthly costs than London
- ✓Value
- ✓Weather
- ✓Digital nomads
- ✓Remote work
Choose London if…
- ✓You're happy to pay more for what London offers vs Lisbon
- ✓Global finance
- ✓Culture
- ✓Transit
- ✓Finance
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