Cost of living in Isle of Man compared to United States
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| Food | - 32% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Isle of Man is 32% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Isle of Man | United States | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | £7 ($9) | $21 | - 60% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | £8 ($11) | $12 | - 11% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | £2.95 ($3.92) | $5.89 | - 33% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | £1.45 ($1.93) | $1.10 | + 75% | |
| 12 eggs, large | £4.00 ($5.32) | $5.48 | - 3% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | £3.35 ($4.46) | $4.88 | - 9% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | £5.83 ($8) | $8 | + 2% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | £2.50 ($3.32) | $4.26 | - 22% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | £1.77 ($2.36) | $2.29 | + 3% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | £2.13 ($2.83) | $3.59 | - 21% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | £8 ($10) | $18 | - 42% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | £2.11 ($2.81) | $2.94 | - 5% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | £0.69 ($0.92) | $3.04 | - 70% | |
| Housing | - 33% | |||
| Housing in Isle of Man is 33% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Isle of Man | United States | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | £880 ($1,171) | $3,082 | - 62% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | £2,300 ($3,059) | $2,372 | + 29% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | £150 ($199) | $227 | - 12% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | £1,000 ($1,330) | $2,213 | - 40% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | £680 ($904) | $1,615 | - 44% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | £120 ($160) | $166 | - 4% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | £40 ($53) | $61 | - 13% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | £199 ($265) | $249 | + 6% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | £99 ($132) | $156 | - 16% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | £4.50 ($5.98) | $15 | - 59% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | £18 ($24) | $35 | - 31% | |
| Clothes | + 23% | |||
| Clothes in Isle of Man is 23% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Isle of Man | United States | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | £80 ($106) | $57 | + 85% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | £50 ($66) | $51 | + 29% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | £45 ($60) | $106 | - 44% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | £65 ($86) | $140 | - 38% | |
| Transportation | + 4% | |||
| Transportation in Isle of Man is about the same as in United States | ||||
| Isle of Man | United States | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | £44,975 ($59,810) | $30,965 | + 93% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | £1.49 ($1.98) | $0.94 | + 111% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | £45 ($60) | $84 | - 29% | |
| Personal Care | - 28% | |||
| Personal Care in Isle of Man is 28% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Isle of Man | United States | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | £7 ($9) | $10 | - 6% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | £4.70 ($6) | $25 | - 75% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | - | $169 | - | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | £4.50 ($5.98) | $10 | - 37% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | £3.13 ($4.16) | $5.26 | - 21% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | £4.80 ($6) | $7 | - 8% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | £2.07 ($2.75) | $5.11 | - 46% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | £3.50 ($4.65) | $2.37 | + 96% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | £19 ($25) | $30 | - 16% | |
| Entertainment | - 36% | |||
| Entertainment in Isle of Man is 36% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Isle of Man | United States | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | £33 ($44) | $61 | - 27% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | £28 ($37) | $30 | + 23% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | £150 ($199) | $243 | - 18% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | £80 ($106) | $105 | + 2% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | £18 ($24) | $15 | + 60% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | £3.00 ($3.99) | $5.94 | - 33% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | £5.66 ($8) | $8 | - 1% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | £399 ($531) | $464 | + 14% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | £0.17 ($0.22) | $1.03 | - 78% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | £38 ($51) | $72 | - 30% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | £10 ($13) | $11 | + 18% | |
| TOTAL | - 23% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 16,078 prices entered by 1,884 different people.
These prices were last updated on May 12, 2025.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Isle of Man is 23% cheaper than in United States
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