Finland vs Finland · 150 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Helsinki | Turku | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $12.09 | $9.30 | Turku |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $48.36 | $37.20 | Turku |
| Cappuccino | $3.63 | $2.79 | Turku |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $274 | $211 | Turku |
| Monthly public transport pass | $44.33 | $34.10 | Turku |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $117 | $89.90 | Turku |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $33.85 | $26.04 | Turku |
| Fitness club membership | $33.85 | $26.04 | Turku |
| Cinema ticket | $8.87 | $6.82 | Turku |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $639 | $460 | Turku |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $444 | $320 | Turku |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,333 | $960 | Turku |
| Total single-person budget | $1,250 | $940 | Turku |
| Average net salary | $4,160 | $3,200 |
Turku is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Helsinki runs about $1,250 versus $940 in Turku — a difference of roughly 25%.
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 Turku