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