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Cost of Living in Vaasa

Vaasa, Pohjanmaa, Finland · Population 71,209

▼ -6% vs Finland average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)€865 ($940)
Couple, monthly€1,556 ($1,691)
Family of four, monthly€2,032 ($2,209)

Estimated Prices in Vaasa

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant€8.56 ($9.30)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range€34.22 ($37.20)per meal
Cappuccino€2.57 ($2.79)each
Monthly groceries (single person)€194 ($211)per month
Monthly public transport pass€31.37 ($34.10)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment€82.71 ($89.90)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)€23.96 ($26.04)per month
Fitness club membership€23.96 ($26.04)per month
Cinema ticket€6.27 ($6.82)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre€423 ($460)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre€294 ($320)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre€883 ($960)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Vaasa is €2,944 ($3,200) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of €865 ($940) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly €1,124 ($1,222) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (€294 ($320)) represents about 34% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Korsholm

4 km away · Pohjanmaa

Ilmajoki

63 km away · Etelä-Pohjanmaa

Kurikka

67 km away · Etelä-Pohjanmaa

Närpes

71 km away · Pohjanmaa

Seinäjoki

71 km away · Etelä-Pohjanmaa

Lapua

72 km away · Etelä-Pohjanmaa

Nurmo

72 km away · Etelä-Pohjanmaa

Kauhava

73 km away · Etelä-Pohjanmaa

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 Vaasa

Vaasa is one of the key cities in Finland. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is €865 ($940), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around €294 ($320) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to €2,032 ($2,209) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately €1,556 ($1,691) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Vaasa is €2,944 ($3,200). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least €1,124 ($1,222) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vaasa expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €865 ($940) per month in Vaasa including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Finland.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Vaasa?
A net salary of around €1,124 ($1,222) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Vaasa with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Vaasa is €2,944 ($3,200).
How much is rent in Vaasa?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated €423 ($460) per month in the city centre and €294 ($320) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about €883 ($960).
Is Vaasa cheaper than Finland on average?
Yes — Vaasa is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Finland average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Vaasa?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €194 ($211) in Vaasa. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €9 ($9) and a cappuccino runs around €3 ($3).
How do transport costs in Vaasa compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Vaasa is estimated at €31 ($34). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Vaasa are estimates based on Finland national averages adjusted for city size (population 71,209). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.