Cost of Living in Sliema


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£2,141

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
67%
Groceries
13%
Eating Out
8%
Transportation
3%
Utilities
5%
Leisure
4%
Property
67%
Groceries
13%
Eating Out
8%
Transportation
3%
Utilities
5%
Leisure
4%

Cost of living breakdown for Sliema

You can expect to spend around £2,141 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£1,341Average rent per month
£4,148Price per m² (city centre)
£2,734Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index47
Quality of life index59
Safety index73
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Sliema average costs for food and drink.

£268Weekly groceries/person
£164Dining out average cost/person
£2Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Sliema average salaries and services.

£1,444Average Monthly Net Salary
£60Transport
Healthcare54
Salary & Services

Average living costs in Malta

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£1,341.15£1,295.11 - £1,381.45
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£942.84£897.94 - £1,036.08
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£2,362.28£1,726.81 - £3,591.76
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£1,869.27£1,614.57 - £2,244.85

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Sliema depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £800 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £2,922. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £1,341 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Sliema costs £2. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £60.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Sliema is currently £1,444.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Sliema costs approximately £15, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £65.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Sliema for a single person is £800, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Sliema, the estimated monthly costs are £2,922, not including rent.

Rent prices in Sliema depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £1,341, compared to £943 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £2,362 in the centre and £1,869 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Sliema (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £79 per month. Internet access typically adds another £33.