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Cost of Living in Põlva

Põlva, Põlva, Estonia · Population 5,498

▼ -16% vs Estonia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)€624 ($678)
Couple, monthly€1,114 ($1,211)
Family of four, monthly€1,448 ($1,574)

Estimated Prices in Põlva

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant€6.46 ($7.02)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range€25.83 ($28.08)per meal
Cappuccino€1.94 ($2.11)each
Monthly groceries (single person)€146 ($159)per month
Monthly public transport pass€23.68 ($25.74)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment€62.43 ($67.86)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)€18.08 ($19.66)per month
Fitness club membership€18.08 ($19.66)per month
Cinema ticket€4.74 ($5.15)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre€278 ($302)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre€194 ($210)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre€581 ($631)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Põlva is €1,490 ($1,620) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of €624 ($678) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly €811 ($882) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (€194 ($210)) represents about 31% of the total single-person budget.

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Other Major Cities in Estonia

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€928 ($1,009) / mo

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€699 ($760) / mo

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€699 ($760) / mo

Living in Põlva

Põlva is one of the key cities in Estonia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is €624 ($678), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around €194 ($210) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to €1,448 ($1,574) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately €1,114 ($1,211) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Põlva is €1,490 ($1,620). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least €811 ($882) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Põlva expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €624 ($678) per month in Põlva including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Estonia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Põlva?
A net salary of around €811 ($882) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Põlva with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Põlva is €1,490 ($1,620).
How much is rent in Põlva?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated €278 ($302) per month in the city centre and €194 ($210) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about €581 ($631).
Is Põlva cheaper than Estonia on average?
Yes — Põlva is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Estonia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Põlva?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €146 ($159) in Põlva. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €6 ($7) and a cappuccino runs around €2 ($2).
How do transport costs in Põlva compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Põlva is estimated at €24 ($26). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Põlva are estimates based on Estonia national averages adjusted for city size (population 5,498). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.