Is Southampton more expensive than Milton Keynes?

Southampton is 1.5% more expensive than Milton Keynes overall. Rent is 0.3% lower, groceries 5.6% more expensive, and restaurants 15.7% more expensive.

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

Milton Keynes has a purchasing power index of 127.2 while Southampton has 119.7 (NYC = 100). Milton Keynes offers better purchasing power.

Milton Keynes vs Southampton: Southampton is 1.5% more expensive, rent 0% lower (2026)

Category	🇬🇧 Milton Keynes	🇬🇧 Southampton	Difference
Cost of Living	53.4	54.2	+1.5%
Rent	32.3	32.2	-0.3%
Groceries	61.0	64.4	+5.6%
Restaurants	75.1	86.9	+15.7%
Purchasing Power	127.2	119.7	-5.9%

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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