Moderate — cheaper than 48.6% of cities worldwide
Ranked #287 of 558 cities · More expensive than 48.6% of cities worldwide
Lower index = more affordable
Rent Prices
| Apartment | City Centre | Outside Centre | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | EUR 523/mo ≈ $609 | EUR 349/mo ≈ $406 | 33% |
| 3-Bedroom | EUR 971/mo ≈ $1,129 | EUR 660/mo ≈ $768 | 33% |
Prices
Prices in local currency, cross-referenced from multiple independent sources. September 2026.
Riga has a composite cost index of 33.0 from 3 independent data sources.
Based on 78 country PLI x 1 city factor
Riga is moderate by global standards (ranked #287 of 558 cities), cheaper than 48.6% of cities worldwide.
Groceries are affordable, while dining out is moderate. Rent 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 Latvia earning EUR 50,000 gross take home EUR 2,908/month after tax (30.2% effective rate). See full Latvia tax calculator →
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