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Cost of Living in Narva

Narva, Narva, Estonia · Population 53,360

▼ -6% vs Estonia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)€699 ($760)
Couple, monthly€1,250 ($1,359)
Family of four, monthly€1,626 ($1,767)

Estimated Prices in Narva

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant€7.18 ($7.80)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range€28.70 ($31.20)per meal
Cappuccino€2.15 ($2.34)each
Monthly groceries (single person)€163 ($177)per month
Monthly public transport pass€26.31 ($28.60)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment€69.37 ($75.40)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)€20.09 ($21.84)per month
Fitness club membership€20.09 ($21.84)per month
Cinema ticket€5.26 ($5.72)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre€317 ($345)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre€221 ($240)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre€662 ($720)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Narva is €1,656 ($1,800) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of €699 ($760) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly €909 ($988) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (€221 ($240)) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Sillamäe

24 km away · Sillamäe

Jõhvi

45 km away · Jõhvi

Kohtla-Järve

52 km away · Kohtla-Järve

Rakvere

104 km away · Rakvere

Jõgeva

125 km away · Jõgeva

Tartu

140 km away · Tartu

Paide

160 km away · Paide

Põlva

162 km away · Põlva

Other Major Cities in Estonia

Tallinn

Tallinn · pop. 457,572

€928 ($1,009) / mo

Tartu

Tartu · pop. 97,759

€699 ($760) / mo

Living in Narva

Narva is one of the key cities in Estonia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is €699 ($760), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around €221 ($240) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to €1,626 ($1,767) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately €1,250 ($1,359) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Narva is €1,656 ($1,800). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least €909 ($988) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Narva expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €699 ($760) per month in Narva including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Estonia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Narva?
A net salary of around €909 ($988) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Narva with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Narva is €1,656 ($1,800).
How much is rent in Narva?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated €317 ($345) per month in the city centre and €221 ($240) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about €662 ($720).
Is Narva cheaper than Estonia on average?
Yes — Narva is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Estonia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Narva?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €163 ($177) in Narva. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €7 ($8) and a cappuccino runs around €2 ($2).
How do transport costs in Narva compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Narva is estimated at €26 ($29). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Narva are estimates based on Estonia national averages adjusted for city size (population 53,360). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.