Derby, United Kingdom
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1627
Retiree Score
74.0
Safety Index
51.7
Healthcare
21 facilities

The city's manufacturing heritage is palpable, but the bureaucracy can be a persistent headache, with 255,394 residents vying for housing and services. While the climate is typical for the British Isles, Derby's strategic location makes it a prime target for German air raids during wartime, as evidenced by the five locals killed in a 1916 attack. This gritty industrial center is best suited for those seeking well-paid engineering jobs, not those seeking an easy, carefree relocation.

Can I afford Derby?

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You could save

$1419 / month

Savings Rate47%
Rent $529
Living Costs $1052
52
Safety
21
Healthcare
100
Walkability
35
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L)$1
Bread (loaf)
Eggs (12)$3
Rice (1kg)
Chicken (1kg)

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive)$20
Meal (Mid-range)$65
Cappuccino$4
Water (0.33L)

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo)$257
Mobile Plan (mo)$11
Gym (mo)$34
Cinema Ticket$12

Housing

1BR Center (mo)$529
1BR Outside (mo)
3BR Center (mo)$1000
3BR Outside (mo)

Expat Life

English Proficiency
Expat Community
Top Neighborhoods
Elevation
55m
Nearest Airport
EGNX (14km)

Local Economy

Avg Monthly Salary
$2815
Mortgage Interest Rate
5.56%

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
Temperature
Annual Rainfall
1035 mm
Coworking Spaces
Best Months to Visit
Jun, Jul, Aug

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