Cost of living in Tampere, Finland compared to Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
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| Food | + 33% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Tampere (Finland) is 33% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | €11 ($13) | $10 | + 29% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | €8 ($9) | $7 | + 25% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | €5.48 ($6) | $3.31 | + 93% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | €1.01 ($1.18) | $0.70 | + 69% | |
| 12 eggs, large | €2.32 ($2.70) | $2.60 | + 4% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | €2.58 ($3.00) | $2.59 | + 16% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | €5.05 ($5.87) | $4.53 | + 30% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | €2.07 ($2.41) | $3.13 | - 23% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | €1.06 ($1.23) | $1.27 | - 3% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | €2.77 ($3.22) | $1.75 | + 84% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | €12 ($14) | $8 | + 81% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | €2.75 ($3.20) | $1.79 | + 79% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | €1.49 ($1.74) | $1.57 | + 11% | |
| Housing | + 18% | |||
| Housing in Tampere (Finland) is 18% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | €1,418 ($1,649) | $1,164 | + 42% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | €1,065 ($1,238) | $992 | + 25% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | €70 ($82) | $142 | - 42% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | €855 ($993) | $806 | + 23% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | €617 ($717) | $650 | + 10% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | €66 ($76) | $104 | - 27% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | €20 ($23) | $36 | - 34% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | €496 ($576) | $434 | + 33% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | €96 ($112) | $138 | - 19% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | €8 ($10) | $8 | + 19% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | €29 ($34) | $19 | + 78% | |
| Clothes | + 12% | |||
| Clothes in Tampere (Finland) is 12% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | €74 ($87) | $40 | + 116% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | €32 ($37) | $44 | - 17% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | €81 ($95) | $68 | + 39% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | €112 ($130) | $93 | + 40% | |
| Transportation | + 91% | |||
| Transportation in Tampere (Finland) is 91% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | €31,061 ($36,105) | $20,708 | + 74% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | €1.52 ($1.76) | $0.61 | + 190% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | €45 ($53) | $28 | + 91% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | €22 ($25) | $17 | + 49% | |
| Personal Care | + 0% | |||
| Personal Care in Tampere (Finland) is 0% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | €5.50 ($6) | $5.35 | + 19% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | €16 ($18) | $21 | - 12% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | €76 ($88) | $84 | + 5% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | €4.44 ($5.16) | $6 | - 19% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | €3.04 ($3.53) | $3.66 | - 4% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | €3.19 ($3.71) | $4.96 | - 25% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | €1.55 ($1.80) | $2.56 | - 30% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | €2.19 ($2.55) | $2.01 | + 27% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | €25 ($29) | $17 | + 75% | |
| Entertainment | + 45% | |||
| Entertainment in Tampere (Finland) is 45% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | €45 ($52) | $35 | + 48% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | €25 ($29) | $22 | + 32% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | €86 ($100) | $130 | - 23% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | €86 ($100) | $40 | + 150% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | €8 ($10) | $9 | + 13% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | €3.64 ($4.24) | $3.97 | + 7% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | €5.22 ($6) | $4.00 | + 52% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | €473 ($549) | $427 | + 29% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | €0.07 ($0.08) | $0.10 | - 15% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | €54 ($62) | $35 | + 77% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | €5.78 ($7) | $7 | - 6% | |
| TOTAL | + 37% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 604 prices entered by 71 different people.
These prices were last updated on June 22, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Tampere (Finland) is 37% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States)
For example, you would need at least $4,667
(€4,015)
in Tampere
to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with
$3,400
in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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