Cost of Living in Hamilton

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£4,410

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
66%
Groceries
13%
Eating Out
7%
Transportation
1%
Utilities
9%
Leisure
4%
Property
66%
Groceries
13%
Eating Out
7%
Transportation
1%
Utilities
9%
Leisure
4%

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Cost of living breakdown for Hamilton

You can expect to spend around £4,410 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£2,739Average rent per month
£10,814Price per m² (city centre)
£6,659Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index95
Quality of life index84
Safety index75
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Hamilton average costs for food and drink.

£560Weekly groceries/person
£295Dining out average cost/person
£4Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Hamilton average salaries and services.

£4,947Average Monthly Net Salary
£51Transport
Healthcare67
Salary & Services

Average living costs in Bermuda

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£2,739.32£1,845.91 - £3,322.63
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£1,784.38£1,476.72 - £2,215.09
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£6,396.06£5,648.47 - £11,075.43
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£5,836.75£4,518.78 - £7,383.62

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Hamilton depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £1,670 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £5,837. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £2,739 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Hamilton costs £4. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £51.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Hamilton is currently £4,947.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Hamilton costs approximately £41, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £102.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Hamilton for a single person is £1,670, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Hamilton, the estimated monthly costs are £5,837, not including rent.

Rent prices in Hamilton depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £2,739, compared to £1,784 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £6,396 in the centre and £5,837 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Hamilton (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £187 per month. Internet access typically adds another £113.