Cost of Living in Tallinn
Summary of cost of living in Tallinn, Estonia:
- The estimated monthly costs for a family of four are 3,819.9$ (3,311.1€), excluding rent (using our estimator).
- The estimated monthly costs for a single person are 1,102.0$ (955.2€), excluding rent.
- Tallinn is 30.8% less expensive than Seattle (excluding rent, see our cost of living index).
- Rent in Tallinn is, on average, 67.2% lower than in Seattle.
Restaurants |  Edit |
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| Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant | 16.15 $ | |
| Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks) | 86.52 $ | |
| Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal) | 11.54 $ | |
| Domestic Draft Beer (1 Pint) | 6.92 $ | |
| Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle) | 5.77 $ | |
| Cappuccino (Regular Size) | 4.32 $ | |
| Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 12 oz Small Bottle) | 2.76 $ | |
| Bottled Water (12 oz) | 2.58 $ | |
Markets | Edit |
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| Milk (Regular, 1 Liter) | 1.25 $ | |
| Fresh White Bread (1 lb Loaf) | 1.37 $ | |
| White Rice (1 lb) | 1.43 $ | |
| Eggs (12, Large Size) | 2.82 $ | |
| Local Cheese (1 lb) | 5.89 $ | |
| Chicken Fillets (1 lb) | 4.46 $ | |
| Beef Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 lb) | 10.45 $ | |
| Apples (1 lb) | 1.10 $ | |
| Bananas (1 lb) | 0.71 $ | |
| Oranges (1 lb) | 1.31 $ | |
| Tomatoes (1 lb) | 1.72 $ | |
| Potatoes (1 lb) | 0.53 $ | |
| Onions (1 lb) | 0.41 $ | |
| Lettuce (1 Head) | 2.12 $ | |
| Bottled Water (50 oz) | 1.06 $ | |
| Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | 11.36 $ | |
| Domestic Beer (16.9 oz Bottle) | 1.94 $ | |
| Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle) | 2.44 $ | |
| Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro) | 6.92 $ | |
Transportation | Edit |
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| One-Way Ticket (Local Transport) | 2.31 $ | |
| Monthly Public Transport Pass (Regular Price) | 34.61 $ | |
| Taxi Start (Standard Tariff) | 3.86 $ | |
| Taxi 1 mile (Standard Tariff) | 1.76 $ | |
| Taxi 1 Hour Waiting (Standard Tariff) | 17.30 $ | |
| Gasoline (1 Liter) | 1.89 $ | |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.5 (or Equivalent New Compact Car) | 32,879.29 $ | |
| Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6 (or Equivalent New Mid-Size Car) | 34,517.49 $ | |
Utilities (Monthly) | Edit |
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| Basic Utilities for 915 Square Feet Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) | 331.20 $ | |
| Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data) | 19.97 $ | |
| Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher) | 36.01 $ | |
Sports And Leisure | Edit |
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| Monthly Fitness Club Membership | 59.30 $ | |
| Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend) | 40.95 $ | |
| Cinema Ticket (International Release) | 12.69 $ | |
Childcare | Edit |
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| Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child | 529.71 $ | |
| International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child | 8,050.23 $ | |
Clothing And Shoes | Edit |
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| Jeans (Levi's 501 or Similar) | 111.25 $ | |
| Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M) | 47.18 $ | |
| Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | 109.33 $ | |
| Men's Leather Business Shoes | 146.61 $ | |
Rent Per Month | Edit |
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| 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | 821.10 $ | |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | 607.51 $ | |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | 1,514.80 $ | |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | 1,058.26 $ | |
Buy Apartment Price | Edit |
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| Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre | 502.29 $ | |
| Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | 325.28 $ | |
Salaries And Financing | Edit |
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| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 1,941.45 $ | |
| Annual Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed, in %) | 4.83 |
Prices in Tallinn
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Last update: 1 November 2025
Last update: 1 November 2025
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Distribution of Expenses Using Our Statistical Model:
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| Cost of Living in Kuressaare | 135.63 miles |
| Cost of Living in Valga | 166.03 miles |
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Saying Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia are “all Russians” is like saying Canadians, Australians, and New Zealanders are all British because of history — it just doesn’t hold up. These countries have unique languages, cultures, and histories that run deep.
Also, if you think weather defines a nation’s attitude, maybe take a trip to a tropical place and see if everyone’s suddenly super happy. Spoiler: it’s more about mindset than clouds.
If you want to understand these countries, try learning about their rich heritage instead of throwing around tired stereotypes. It’s more enlightening and less embarrassing. :)
Calling Tallinn and all of Estonia a “festering sht hole” just because it has a diverse population? That’s not insight — it’s pure ignorance. Maybe instead of spewing hate, you should actually learn something about the place you’re trashing. Spoiler: diversity doesn’t make a city rotten, your attitude does. :)
Estonia Lithuania and Latvia aren't any different all Russians that's all hiding behind different countries names.
It's true people overall make different wages depending upon their field of experience job classifications including net take home wages monthly.I visited your dingy country with overcast weather once last year. The dingy overcast weather matches the general attitudes of it's residents. However that's to be expected especially since all Russians live in Lithuania it's no secret.Lithuania is just a fake title to hide the Russian mentality that resides there that's all.
I agree that in public sector, Information & Technology, in Medicine salaries are higher..of cause there are top-managers, lawyers and etc.. i think i dont have to say about salary of those. BUT! There are simple people and workers who are working in logistics for example, and other sectors of economy and the income there is low.. So, what we have: Big difference between Rich&Poor. (as usual).. High taxes and cost of living...and you know the Mathematics..
One of the most underrated places.
https://www.aripaev.ee/uudised/2022/08/25/keskmine-palk-tegi-viimaste-aastate-suurima-kasvu
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