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Jelgava vs Ventspils

Latvia vs Latvia · 154 km apart

Jelgava

Latvia

€615 ($668)

single / month

VS

Ventspils

Latvia

€549 ($596)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseJelgavaVentspilsCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$6.90$6.21Ventspils
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$27.60$24.84Ventspils
Cappuccino$2.07$1.86Ventspils
Monthly groceries (single person)$156$141Ventspils
Monthly public transport pass$25.30$22.77Ventspils
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$66.70$60.03Ventspils
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$19.32$17.39Ventspils
Fitness club membership$19.32$17.39Ventspils
Cinema ticket$5.06$4.55Ventspils
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$299$262Ventspils
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$208$182Ventspils
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$624$547Ventspils
Total single-person budget$668$596Ventspils
Average net salary$1,400$1,260

Verdict

Ventspils is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Jelgava runs about $668 versus $596 in Ventspils — a difference of roughly 11%.

Salary-adjusted, Jelgava 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 Jelgava  ·  Full cost of living in Ventspils

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jelgava cheaper than Ventspils?
No. Jelgava costs an estimated $668 per month for a single person, about 11% more than Ventspils at $596.
How far is Jelgava from Ventspils?
The straight-line distance between Jelgava and Ventspils is approximately 154 km (96 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Jelgava or Ventspils?
The estimated average net salary is $1,400 in Jelgava and $1,260 in Ventspils. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $732 in Jelgava versus $664 in Ventspils per month.