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| Expense | Valmiera | Riga | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $6.21 | $8.97 | Valmiera |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $24.84 | $35.88 | Valmiera |
| Cappuccino | $1.86 | $2.69 | Valmiera |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $141 | $203 | Valmiera |
| Monthly public transport pass | $22.77 | $32.89 | Valmiera |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $60.03 | $86.71 | Valmiera |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $17.39 | $25.12 | Valmiera |
| Fitness club membership | $17.39 | $25.12 | Valmiera |
| Cinema ticket | $4.55 | $6.58 | Valmiera |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $262 | $415 | Valmiera |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $182 | $289 | Valmiera |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $547 | $866 | Valmiera |
| Total single-person budget | $596 | $887 | Valmiera |
| Average net salary | $1,260 | $1,820 |
Valmiera is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Valmiera runs about $596 versus $887 in Riga — a difference of roughly 49%.
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 Valmiera · Full cost of living in Riga