Cost of Living in Helsinki
Average rent, food, transport, utilities, and salary data for Helsinki, Finland.
Overall, the cost of living in Helsinki is below the New York City baseline (composite index 58 vs. a New York City baseline of 100). These are representative estimates, not live pricing — see our methodology.
Rent index (NYC=100)52
Groceries index70
Dining out index66
Transport index46
Utilities index56
Median annual salary$42,000
Minimum wageNo statutory minimum
Est. monthly childcare$300
Est. monthly healthcare premium$40
YoY inflation2.6%
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