Cost of living in Milton

In Milton, United States, living costs about $2016 per month for one person and $4727 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Milton compared to other cities?

Overall living costs in Milton are 41% more expensive than the European benchmark.

How does Milton compare to your city?

Milton is 43% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Milton is, on average, 54% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Milton?

Who is Milton a good fit for?

Milton is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by rent & utilities and food. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.

FAQ

Why is Milton so expensive?

The primary reason for Milton's high costs is the significantly elevated rent and utilities. This factor heavily influences overall living expenses.

Is food expensive in Milton?

Yes, food costs in Milton are 30% higher compared to the European benchmark. This contributes to the overall expense of living in the city.

Is public transport affordable in Milton?

Public transport in Milton is 14% lower than the European benchmark. This makes it a more budget-friendly option for residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2016 $
Without Rent
822 $
Rent & Utilities
1194 $
Food
619 $
Transport
64 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
4131 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
6.6K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 18.4 $
Dinner 65.6 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 10.4 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 6.8 $
Capuccino 4.91 $
Coke, 330ml 2.2 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.1 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.69 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.83 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.6 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 16 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 10.7 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 17.4 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.3 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.8 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.52 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.37 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.43 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.38 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.66 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.25 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 16.7 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.87 $
Cigarette pack 11.8 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.17 $
Monthly Pass 63.4 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.95 $
Taxi, 8 km 21.9 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 81.7 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 7.82 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.37 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.52 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.88 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 109 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 165 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 48.3 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 986 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,702 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,238 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,040 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 1,945 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,812 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 4,131 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.70%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 42.1 $
Cinema, 1 seat 16.5 $
Haircut 15.4 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 89.2 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 49.1 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,345 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 19,336 $

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Milton vs George Town (George Town is 81% more expensive)
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Milton vs Nassau (Nassau is 37% more expensive) Milton vs Freeport (Freeport is 9% more expensive)
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Milton vs Port Vila (Port Vila is 17% more expensive) Milton vs Luganville (Luganville is 51% more expensive)
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Milton vs New York City (New York City is 101% more expensive) Milton vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 58% more expensive) Milton vs Chicago (Chicago is 32% more expensive) Milton vs Houston (Houston is 12% more expensive) Milton vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 18% more expensive) Milton vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 26% more expensive) Milton vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 9% more expensive) Milton vs San Diego (San Diego is 66% more expensive) Milton vs Dallas (Dallas is 26% more expensive) Milton vs San Jose (San Jose is 82% more expensive)
Canada
Milton vs Toronto (Toronto is 28% more expensive) Milton vs Montreal (Montreal is 3% less expensive) Milton vs Calgary (Calgary is 7% more expensive) Milton vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 11% more expensive) Milton vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 11% less expensive) Milton vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 13% less expensive) Milton vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 23% more expensive) Milton vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 31% more expensive) Milton vs Brampton (Brampton is 6% more expensive) Milton vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 7% more expensive)
Barbados
Milton vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 33% less expensive) Milton vs Holetown (Holetown is 31% less expensive)
Panama
Milton vs Panama City (Panama City is 31% less expensive) Milton vs Colon (Colon is 41% less expensive) Milton vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 39% less expensive) Milton vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 48% less expensive) Milton vs David (David is 59% less expensive) Milton vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 53% less expensive) Milton vs Balboa (Balboa is 38% less expensive) Milton vs Pacora (Pacora is 38% less expensive) Milton vs Chitre (Chitre is 46% less expensive) Milton vs Penonome (Penonome is 46% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Milton vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 38% less expensive) Milton vs Cayon (Cayon is 38% less expensive)
Cuba
Milton vs Havana (Havana is 49% less expensive) Milton vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 30% less expensive) Milton vs Holguin (Holguin is 37% less expensive) Milton vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 24% less expensive) Milton vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 48% less expensive) Milton vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 42% less expensive) Milton vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 23% less expensive) Milton vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 23% less expensive) Milton vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 46% less expensive) Milton vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 56% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Milton vs San Jose (San Jose is 39% less expensive) Milton vs Limon (Limon is 40% less expensive) Milton vs Liberia (Liberia is 55% less expensive) Milton vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 39% less expensive) Milton vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 37% less expensive) Milton vs Cartago (Cartago is 52% less expensive) Milton vs Heredia (Heredia is 38% less expensive) Milton vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 16% less expensive) Milton vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 35% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Milton vs Castries (Castries is 43% less expensive) Milton vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 41% less expensive)
Jamaica
Milton vs Kingston (Kingston is 34% less expensive) Milton vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 61% less expensive) Milton vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 50% less expensive) Milton vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 42% less expensive) Milton vs May Pen (May Pen is 59% less expensive) Milton vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 51% less expensive) Milton vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 58% less expensive) Milton vs Linstead (Linstead is 48% less expensive) Milton vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 44% less expensive) Milton vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 43% less expensive)
El Salvador
Milton vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 41% less expensive) Milton vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 65% less expensive) Milton vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 42% less expensive) Milton vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 46% less expensive) Milton vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 42% less expensive) Milton vs Apopa (Apopa is 43% less expensive) Milton vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 40% less expensive) Milton vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 28% less expensive) Milton vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 46% less expensive) Milton vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 56% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Milton vs St. John's (St. John's is 46% less expensive) Milton vs All Saints (All Saints is 46% less expensive)
Grenada
Milton vs St. George's (St. George's is 47% less expensive) Milton vs Grenville (Grenville is 47% less expensive)
Dominica
Milton vs Roseau (Roseau is 50% less expensive) Milton vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 44% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Milton vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 51% less expensive) Milton vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 50% less expensive)
Belize
Milton vs Belize City (Belize City is 56% less expensive) Milton vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 46% less expensive) Milton vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 64% less expensive) Milton vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 34% less expensive) Milton vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 22% less expensive)
Guatemala
Milton vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 50% less expensive) Milton vs Mixco (Mixco is 68% less expensive) Milton vs Coban (Coban is 55% less expensive) Milton vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 61% less expensive) Milton vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 55% less expensive) Milton vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 55% less expensive) Milton vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 57% less expensive) Milton vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 57% less expensive) Milton vs Flores (Flores is 57% less expensive) Milton vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 61% less expensive)
Honduras
Milton vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 59% less expensive) Milton vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 49% less expensive) Milton vs Choloma (Choloma is 70% less expensive) Milton vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 68% less expensive) Milton vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 56% less expensive) Milton vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 57% less expensive) Milton vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 65% less expensive) Milton vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 64% less expensive) Milton vs Yoro (Yoro is 64% less expensive) Milton vs La Lima (La Lima is 57% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Milton vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 61% less expensive) Milton vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 48% less expensive) Milton vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 62% less expensive) Milton vs Higuey (Higuey is 62% less expensive) Milton vs La Vega (La Vega is 72% less expensive) Milton vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 59% less expensive) Milton vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 64% less expensive) Milton vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 74% less expensive) Milton vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 69% less expensive) Milton vs Bonao (Bonao is 73% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Milton vs Managua (Managua is 62% less expensive) Milton vs Leon (Leon is 68% less expensive) Milton vs Masaya (Masaya is 65% less expensive) Milton vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 73% less expensive) Milton vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 68% less expensive) Milton vs Esteli (Esteli is 71% less expensive) Milton vs Granada (Granada is 65% less expensive) Milton vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 77% less expensive) Milton vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 67% less expensive) Milton vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 56% less expensive)