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Oulu vs Tampere

Finland vs Finland · 400 km apart

Oulu

Finland

€865 ($940)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Tampere

Finland

€921 ($1,001)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Oulu	Tampere	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$9.30	$9.86	Oulu
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$37.20	$39.43	Oulu
Cappuccino	$2.79	$2.96	Oulu
Monthly groceries (single person)	$211	$223	Oulu
Monthly public transport pass	$34.10	$36.15	Oulu
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$89.90	$95.29	Oulu
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$26.04	$27.60	Oulu
Fitness club membership	$26.04	$27.60	Oulu
Cinema ticket	$6.82	$7.23	Oulu
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$460	$495	Oulu
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$320	$344	Oulu
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$960	$1,033	Oulu
Total single-person budget	$940	$1,001	Oulu
Average net salary	$3,200	$3,392

Verdict

Oulu is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Oulu 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 Oulu · Full cost of living in Tampere

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oulu cheaper than Tampere?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $940 per month in Oulu versus $1,001 in Tampere — about 7% less.

How far is Oulu from Tampere?

The straight-line distance between Oulu and Tampere is approximately 400 km (249 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Oulu or Tampere?

The estimated average net salary is $3,200 in Oulu and $3,392 in Tampere. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,260 in Oulu versus $2,391 in Tampere per month.