Cost of Living in Dumfries
Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland
Average House Price
£187.2k
+35%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£41,715
+7%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£909/mo
+24%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£1,426
Band D / yr
Energy
£146
/ mo
Water
£34.00
/ mo
Broadband
£35.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£68.44
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Dumfries
Average price (all types)
£187,180
House prices in Dumfries have increased by +3.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Dumfries
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Dumfries
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £909 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £119 |
| Utilities | Energy | £146 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £35.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £177 |
| Food | Groceries | £254 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £144 |
| Estimated Total | £1,818 |
These figures are estimates based on averages and may vary depending on your lifestyle, property type, and household size. Council tax shown at Band D; your band may differ.
Transport
Transport Costs in Dumfries
£68.44
£1.36
£177
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Dumfries
- What is the average house price in Dumfries?
- The average house price in Dumfries is £187,180, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £303,800, while flats and apartments average £112,700. Prices have risen by +3.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Dumfries?
- The median annual salary in Dumfries is £41,715, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £2,676 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £28,531 (lower quartile) to £55,105 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Dumfries?
- Average monthly rent in Dumfries is £909 per month. Rents have increased by +1.6% over the past year.
- Is Dumfries an affordable place to live?
- Dumfries is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 26% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £909, while the median annual salary is £41,715 (approximately £3,476 per month before tax).
- How does Dumfries compare to London?
- The average house price in Dumfries is £187,180, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Dumfries costs around 34% of London prices, making it £363,820 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £909 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Dumfries?
- House prices in Dumfries are currently rising, with a +3.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £187,180 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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