Is Oxford more expensive than Milton Keynes?

Oxford is 11.5% more expensive than Milton Keynes overall. Rent is 36.8% higher, groceries 10.9% more expensive, and restaurants 21.9% more expensive.

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

Milton Keynes has a purchasing power index of 113.8 while Oxford has 116.7 (NYC = 100). Oxford offers better purchasing power.

Milton Keynes vs Oxford: Cost of Living Comparison (2026)

Categoría	🇬🇧 Milton Keynes	🇬🇧 Oxford	Diferencia
Coste de Vida	69.3	77.3	+11.5%
Alquiler	34.2	46.8	+36.8%
Supermercado	64.2	71.2	+10.9%
Restaurantes	72.0	87.8	+21.9%
Poder Adquisitivo	113.8	116.7	+2.5%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.