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| Expense | Joensuu | Tampere | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $9.30 | $9.86 | Joensuu |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $37.20 | $39.43 | Joensuu |
| Cappuccino | $2.79 | $2.96 | Joensuu |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $211 | $223 | Joensuu |
| Monthly public transport pass | $34.10 | $36.15 | Joensuu |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $89.90 | $95.29 | Joensuu |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $26.04 | $27.60 | Joensuu |
| Fitness club membership | $26.04 | $27.60 | Joensuu |
| Cinema ticket | $6.82 | $7.23 | Joensuu |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $460 | $495 | Joensuu |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $320 | $344 | Joensuu |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $960 | $1,033 | Joensuu |
| Total single-person budget | $940 | $1,001 | Joensuu |
| Average net salary | $3,200 | $3,392 |
Joensuu is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Joensuu runs about $940 versus $1,001 in Tampere — a difference of roughly 7%.
Salary-adjusted, Tampere 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 Joensuu · Full cost of living in Tampere