Cost of Living in Greenock
Inverclyde, Scotland
Average House Price
£185.3k
+36%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£41,310
+6%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,021/mo
+15%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£1,472
Band D / yr
Energy
£148
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£34.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£67.74
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Greenock
Average price (all types)
£185,270
House prices in Greenock have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Greenock
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Greenock
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £1,021 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £123 |
| Utilities | Energy | £148 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £34.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £175 |
| Food | Groceries | £262 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £142 |
| Estimated Total | £1,940 |
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 Greenock
£67.74
£1.35
£175
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Greenock
- What is the average house price in Greenock?
- The average house price in Greenock is £185,270, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £300,700, while flats and apartments average £111,550. Prices have risen by +2.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Greenock?
- The median annual salary in Greenock is £41,310, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £2,271 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £28,254 (lower quartile) to £54,570 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Greenock?
- Average monthly rent in Greenock is £1,021 per month. Rents have increased by +0.6% over the past year.
- Is Greenock an affordable place to live?
- Greenock is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 30% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £1,021, while the median annual salary is £41,310 (approximately £3,443 per month before tax).
- How does Greenock compare to London?
- The average house price in Greenock is £185,270, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Greenock costs around 34% of London prices, making it £365,730 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,021 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Greenock?
- House prices in Greenock are currently rising, with a +2.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £185,270 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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