Finland vs Finland · 16 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Helsinki | Espoo | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $12.09 | $9.86 | Espoo |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $48.36 | $39.43 | Espoo |
| Cappuccino | $3.63 | $2.96 | Espoo |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $274 | $223 | Espoo |
| Monthly public transport pass | $44.33 | $36.15 | Espoo |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $117 | $95.29 | Espoo |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $33.85 | $27.60 | Espoo |
| Fitness club membership | $33.85 | $27.60 | Espoo |
| Cinema ticket | $8.87 | $7.23 | Espoo |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $639 | $495 | Espoo |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $444 | $344 | Espoo |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,333 | $1,033 | Espoo |
| Total single-person budget | $1,250 | $1,001 | Espoo |
| Average net salary | $4,160 | $3,392 |
Espoo is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Helsinki runs about $1,250 versus $1,001 in Espoo — a difference of roughly 20%.
Salary-adjusted, Helsinki leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Helsinki · Full cost of living in Espoo