Cost of Living in Hamilton
South Lanarkshire, Scotland
Average House Price
£204.4k
+30%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£41,310
+6%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£939/mo
+22%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 Hamilton
Average price (all types)
£204,370
House prices in Hamilton have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Hamilton
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Hamilton
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £939 |
| 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 | £1,858 |
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 Hamilton
£67.74
£1.35
£175
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Hamilton
- What is the average house price in Hamilton?
- The average house price in Hamilton is £204,370, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £331,700, while flats and apartments average £123,050. Prices have risen by +2.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Hamilton?
- The median annual salary in Hamilton 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 Hamilton?
- Average monthly rent in Hamilton is £939 per month. Rents have increased by +0.6% over the past year.
- Is Hamilton an affordable place to live?
- Hamilton is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 27% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £939, while the median annual salary is £41,310 (approximately £3,443 per month before tax).
- How does Hamilton compare to London?
- The average house price in Hamilton is £204,370, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Hamilton costs around 37% of London prices, making it £346,630 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £939 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Hamilton?
- House prices in Hamilton are currently rising, with a +2.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £204,370 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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