Finland
Cost of Living in Helsinki
Monthly Total
$2,647
$46,323
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,030
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$54
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,030
$18,025
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$142
$2,485
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$190
$3,325
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$204
$3,570
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$510
$8,925
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$276
$4,830
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$249
$4,358
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$45
$788
Monthly Total
$2,647
$46,323
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