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Wales City Intelligence

Compare cost of living, salaries, and quality of life across cities in Wales.

Wales, a country within the UK, is characterized by its distinct Celtic culture, rugged landscapes, and a strong emphasis on its Welsh language and heritage. The economy is diverse, with key industries including manufacturing (such as automotive and aerospace components), financial technology (fintech), life sciences, renewable energy, and a significant service sector encompassing public services, retail, and tourism. The climate is oceanic, generally cool, humid, and often cloudy with frequent rain, though rarely very cold. The cost of living in Wales is generally lower than the UK average, with a single person's estimated monthly costs (excluding rent) being around £807.5. Lifestyle often involves a connection to nature and a strong community feel, particularly outside of the larger urban centers like Cardiff.

20
Cities
$36K
Avg Salary
83
Avg Cost Index
Rhondda
Top City

About Wales

Wales is a state in UK with 20 cities tracked on Urblytica. The average cost index across its cities is 83, with average salaries around $36,466. Explore cost of living, salary data, and quality of life metrics for each city below.

Cities in Wales

Rhondda #1 Best City 62

Rhondda

Wales, UK

SafetyB+
CostB+
Growth65
Avg. Rent$850
Median Income$34,000
Cost of Living78/100
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Barry #2 Best City 61

Barry

Wales, UK

SafetyB
CostB+
Growth71
Avg. Rent$1,300
Median Income$41,000
Cost of Living82/100
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Merthyr Tydfil #3 Best City 56

Merthyr Tydfil

Wales, UK

SafetyD+
CostB
Growth65
Avg. Rent$755
Avg. Salary$27,399
Cost of Living90/100
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