4.9% below the Finland average
Ranked #197 of 538 cities · More expensive than 63.4% of cities worldwide
Compared to Finland average
Rent Prices
| Apartment | City Centre | Outside Centre | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | EUR 471/mo ≈ $552 | EUR 353/mo ≈ $414 | 25% |
| 3-Bedroom | EUR 821/mo ≈ $962 | EUR 616/mo ≈ $722 | 25% |
Oulu is average by global standards (ranked #197 of 538 cities). It is 4.9% cheaper than the Finland average, based on 5 cities.
Groceries are average, while dining out is average. Groceries offers the best value, while Restaurants is the priciest.
Local purchasing power is limited — residents can afford fewer goods and services than in most cities.
Workers in Finland earning EUR 50,000 gross take home EUR 2,598/month after tax (37.6% effective rate). See full Finland tax calculator →
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