Latvia vs Latvia · 40 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Riga | Jelgava | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $8.97 | $6.90 | Jelgava |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $35.88 | $27.60 | Jelgava |
| Cappuccino | $2.69 | $2.07 | Jelgava |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $203 | $156 | Jelgava |
| Monthly public transport pass | $32.89 | $25.30 | Jelgava |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $86.71 | $66.70 | Jelgava |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $25.12 | $19.32 | Jelgava |
| Fitness club membership | $25.12 | $19.32 | Jelgava |
| Cinema ticket | $6.58 | $5.06 | Jelgava |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $415 | $299 | Jelgava |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $289 | $208 | Jelgava |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $866 | $624 | Jelgava |
| Total single-person budget | $887 | $668 | Jelgava |
| Average net salary | $1,820 | $1,400 |
Jelgava is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Riga runs about $887 versus $668 in Jelgava — a difference of roughly 25%.
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 Riga · Full cost of living in Jelgava