Best Real-Terms Salary
Brighton
Best take-home pay after accounting for rent and cost of living.
Best for Affordability
Brighton
Lower cost of living index means your money goes further every day.
Highest Headline Salary
Watford
Higher median salary before cost of living is taken into account.
Lowest Rent
Brighton
More affordable average rents leave more of your salary in your pocket.
Best for Career Growth
Brighton
Higher job growth rate and more active job market for ambitious professionals.
Best Overall Value
Brighton
When salary, cost of living and rent are all considered together.