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Riga vs Jūrmala

Latvia vs Latvia · 23 km apart

Riga

Latvia

€816 ($887)

single / month

VS

Jūrmala

Latvia

€615 ($668)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Jūrmala is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Riga runs about $887 versus $668 in Jūrmala — 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 Jūrmala

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Riga cheaper than Jūrmala?
No. Riga costs an estimated $887 per month for a single person, about 25% more than Jūrmala at $668.
How far is Riga from Jūrmala?
The straight-line distance between Riga and Jūrmala is approximately 23 km (15 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Riga or Jūrmala?
The estimated average net salary is $1,820 in Riga and $1,400 in Jūrmala. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $933 in Riga versus $732 in Jūrmala per month.