Is Birmingham more expensive than Milton Keynes?

Birmingham is 2.1% cheaper than Milton Keynes overall. Rent is 10.5% lower, groceries 3.4% more expensive, and restaurants 7.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Milton Keynes or Birmingham?

Milton Keynes has a purchasing power index of 127.2 while Birmingham has 169.9 (NYC = 100). Birmingham offers better purchasing power.

Milton Keynes vs Birmingham: Birmingham is 2.1% cheaper, rent 11% lower (2026)

Category	🇬🇧 Milton Keynes	🇬🇧 Birmingham	Difference
Cost of Living	53.4	52.3	-2.1%
Rent	32.3	28.9	-10.5%
Groceries	61.0	63.1	+3.4%
Restaurants	75.1	80.7	+7.5%
Purchasing Power	127.2	169.9	+33.6%

Data from October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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