Finland vs Finland · 400 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Tampere | Oulu | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $9.86 | $9.30 | Oulu |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $39.43 | $37.20 | Oulu |
| Cappuccino | $2.96 | $2.79 | Oulu |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $223 | $211 | Oulu |
| Monthly public transport pass | $36.15 | $34.10 | Oulu |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $95.29 | $89.90 | Oulu |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $27.60 | $26.04 | Oulu |
| Fitness club membership | $27.60 | $26.04 | Oulu |
| Cinema ticket | $7.23 | $6.82 | Oulu |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $495 | $460 | Oulu |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $344 | $320 | Oulu |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,033 | $960 | Oulu |
| Total single-person budget | $1,001 | $940 | Oulu |
| Average net salary | $3,392 | $3,200 |
Oulu is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Tampere runs about $1,001 versus $940 in Oulu — a difference of roughly 6%.
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 Tampere · Full cost of living in Oulu