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Cost of Living in Mikkelin Maalaiskunta

Mikkelin Maalaiskunta, Etelä-Savo, Finland · Population 12,000

▼ -16% vs Finland average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)€771 ($839)
Couple, monthly€1,386 ($1,506)
Family of four, monthly€1,808 ($1,965)

Estimated Prices in Mikkelin Maalaiskunta

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant€7.70 ($8.37)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range€30.80 ($33.48)per meal
Cappuccino€2.31 ($2.51)each
Monthly groceries (single person)€175 ($190)per month
Monthly public transport pass€28.23 ($30.69)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment€74.44 ($80.91)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)€21.56 ($23.44)per month
Fitness club membership€21.56 ($23.44)per month
Cinema ticket€5.65 ($6.14)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre€371 ($403)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre€258 ($281)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre€774 ($842)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Mikkelin Maalaiskunta is €2,650 ($2,880) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of €771 ($839) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly €1,003 ($1,090) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (€258 ($281)) represents about 33% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Mikkelin Maalaiskunta

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Nearby Cities

Mikkeli

4 km away · Etelä-Savo

Pieksämäki

70 km away · Etelä-Savo

Varkaus

80 km away · Pohjois-Savo

Heinola

81 km away · Päijät-Häme

Valkeala

85 km away · Kymenlaakso

Lappeenranta

86 km away · Etelä-Karjala

Kuusankoski

91 km away · Kymenlaakso

Sääminki

91 km away · Etelä-Savo

Other Major Cities in Finland

Helsinki

Uusimaa · pop. 1,360,075

€1,150 ($1,250) / mo

Tampere

Pirkanmaa · pop. 369,233

€921 ($1,001) / mo

Espoo

Uusimaa · pop. 325,716

€921 ($1,001) / mo

Vantaa

Uusimaa · pop. 248,199

€865 ($940) / mo

Oulu

Pohjois-Pohjanmaa · pop. 217,469

€865 ($940) / mo

Turku

Varsinais-Suomi · pop. 209,633

€865 ($940) / mo

Jyväskylä

Keski-Suomi · pop. 149,895

€865 ($940) / mo

Kuopio

Pohjois-Savo · pop. 126,572

€865 ($940) / mo

Living in Mikkelin Maalaiskunta

Mikkelin Maalaiskunta is one of the key cities in Finland. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is €771 ($839), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around €258 ($281) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to €1,808 ($1,965) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately €1,386 ($1,506) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Mikkelin Maalaiskunta is €2,650 ($2,880). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least €1,003 ($1,090) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mikkelin Maalaiskunta expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €771 ($839) per month in Mikkelin Maalaiskunta including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Finland.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Mikkelin Maalaiskunta?
A net salary of around €1,003 ($1,090) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Mikkelin Maalaiskunta with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Mikkelin Maalaiskunta is €2,650 ($2,880).
How much is rent in Mikkelin Maalaiskunta?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated €371 ($403) per month in the city centre and €258 ($281) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about €774 ($842).
Is Mikkelin Maalaiskunta cheaper than Finland on average?
Yes — Mikkelin Maalaiskunta is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Finland average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Mikkelin Maalaiskunta?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €175 ($190) in Mikkelin Maalaiskunta. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €8 ($8) and a cappuccino runs around €2 ($3).
How do transport costs in Mikkelin Maalaiskunta compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Mikkelin Maalaiskunta is estimated at €28 ($31). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Mikkelin Maalaiskunta are estimates based on Finland national averages adjusted for city size (population 12,000). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.