Latvia vs Latvia · 161 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Riga | Ventspils | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $8.97 | $6.21 | Ventspils |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $35.88 | $24.84 | Ventspils |
| Cappuccino | $2.69 | $1.86 | Ventspils |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $203 | $141 | Ventspils |
| Monthly public transport pass | $32.89 | $22.77 | Ventspils |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $86.71 | $60.03 | Ventspils |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $25.12 | $17.39 | Ventspils |
| Fitness club membership | $25.12 | $17.39 | Ventspils |
| Cinema ticket | $6.58 | $4.55 | Ventspils |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $415 | $262 | Ventspils |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $289 | $182 | Ventspils |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $866 | $547 | Ventspils |
| Total single-person budget | $887 | $596 | Ventspils |
| Average net salary | $1,820 | $1,260 |
Ventspils is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Riga runs about $887 versus $596 in Ventspils — 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 Riga · Full cost of living in Ventspils