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Jūrmala vs Riga

Latvia vs Latvia · 23 km apart

Jūrmala

Latvia

€615 ($668)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Riga

Latvia

€816 ($887)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseJūrmalaRigaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$6.90$8.97Jūrmala
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$27.60$35.88Jūrmala
Cappuccino$2.07$2.69Jūrmala
Monthly groceries (single person)$156$203Jūrmala
Monthly public transport pass$25.30$32.89Jūrmala
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$66.70$86.71Jūrmala
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$19.32$25.12Jūrmala
Fitness club membership$19.32$25.12Jūrmala
Cinema ticket$5.06$6.58Jūrmala
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$299$415Jūrmala
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$208$289Jūrmala
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$624$866Jūrmala
Total single-person budget$668$887Jūrmala
Average net salary$1,400$1,820

Verdict

Jūrmala is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Jūrmala runs about $668 versus $887 in Riga — a difference of roughly 33%.

Salary-adjusted, Riga 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 Jūrmala  ·  Full cost of living in Riga

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jūrmala cheaper than Riga?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $668 per month in Jūrmala versus $887 in Riga — about 33% less.
How far is Jūrmala from Riga?
The straight-line distance between Jūrmala and Riga is approximately 23 km (15 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Jūrmala or Riga?
The estimated average net salary is $1,400 in Jūrmala and $1,820 in Riga. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $732 in Jūrmala versus $933 in Riga per month.