Cost of living in Tampere, Finland compared to Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
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| Food | + 37% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Tampere (Finland) is 37% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | €11 ($14) | $10 | + 38% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | €8 ($9) | $7 | + 29% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | €5.55 ($7) | $3.25 | + 109% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | €1.01 ($1.23) | $0.72 | + 70% | |
| 12 eggs, large | €2.40 ($2.93) | $2.60 | + 13% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | €2.57 ($3.14) | $2.49 | + 26% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | €5.26 ($6) | $4.93 | + 30% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | €1.97 ($2.40) | $3.00 | - 20% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | €1.02 ($1.24) | $1.22 | + 2% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | €2.77 ($3.38) | $1.75 | + 93% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | €12 ($15) | $8 | + 88% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | €2.74 ($3.35) | $1.82 | + 84% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | €1.41 ($1.72) | $1.81 | - 5% | |
| Housing | + 24% | |||
| Housing in Tampere (Finland) is 24% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | €1,418 ($1,733) | $1,164 | + 49% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | €1,015 ($1,241) | $992 | + 25% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | €70 ($86) | $138 | - 37% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | €855 ($1,045) | $806 | + 30% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | €617 ($754) | $650 | + 16% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | €66 ($80) | $117 | - 32% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | €21 ($26) | $36 | - 27% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | €483 ($590) | $434 | + 36% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | €96 ($117) | $134 | - 13% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | €8 ($10) | $8 | + 16% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | €28 ($34) | $18 | + 94% | |
| Clothes | + 17% | |||
| Clothes in Tampere (Finland) is 17% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | €74 ($90) | $40 | + 125% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | €32 ($39) | $44 | - 13% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | €79 ($97) | $68 | + 42% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | €112 ($137) | $93 | + 46% | |
| Transportation | + 102% | |||
| Transportation in Tampere (Finland) is 102% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | €31,061 ($37,963) | $20,708 | + 83% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | €1.52 ($1.85) | $0.59 | + 213% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | €45 ($55) | $28 | + 101% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | €22 ($26) | $16 | + 60% | |
| Personal Care | + 4% | |||
| Personal Care in Tampere (Finland) is 4% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | €5.50 ($7) | $5.08 | + 32% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | €14 ($16) | $22 | - 25% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | €78 ($96) | $87 | + 10% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | €4.44 ($5.43) | $6 | - 12% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | €2.92 ($3.57) | $3.78 | - 6% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | €3.19 ($3.90) | $4.71 | - 17% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | €1.55 ($1.89) | $2.34 | - 19% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | €2.10 ($2.56) | $1.95 | + 31% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | €24 ($30) | $16 | + 85% | |
| Entertainment | + 49% | |||
| Entertainment in Tampere (Finland) is 49% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | €42 ($51) | $37 | + 40% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | €25 ($30) | $22 | + 38% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | €86 ($106) | $114 | - 7% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | €81 ($99) | $40 | + 148% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | €8 ($10) | $9 | + 20% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | €3.58 ($4.38) | $3.97 | + 10% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | €5.02 ($6) | $4.00 | + 53% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | €478 ($584) | $435 | + 34% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | €0.07 ($0.09) | $0.10 | - 11% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | €54 ($66) | $35 | + 87% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | €5.78 ($7) | $7 | - 1% | |
| TOTAL | + 43% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 488 prices entered by 67 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 25, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Tampere (Finland) is 43% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States)
For example, you would need at least $5,277
(€4,318)
in Tampere
to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with
$3,700
in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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