Cost of Living in Tallinn, Estonia
Tallinn is a city in Estonia, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,660 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $823 per month, or $618 outside the centre. Internet is solid at around 94 Mbps median download speed, and Estonia offers a digital nomad visa. On safety, Tallinn scores 80/100 — very safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 68°F and winter highs around 33°F, with roughly 144 sunny days a year.
Tallinn Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Tallinn
How Tallinn Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Tallinn ranks in the top 1% for air quality, but sits in the bottom 18% for food scene. It costs more than 51% of them.
| Metric | Tallinn | World rank | Rank in Europe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,660 | #175 of 340 | #27 of 91 |
| Safety | 80/100 | #57 of 340 | #28 of 91 |
| Healthcare | 74/100 | #127 of 340 | #38 of 91 |
| Internet speed | 94 Mbps | #238 of 340 | #72 of 91 |
| Walkability | 70/100 | #100 of 340 | #66 of 91 |
| Public transit | 65/100 | #80 of 340 | #45 of 91 |
| Food scene | 62/100 | #283 of 340 | #70 of 91 |
| Air quality | 96/100 | #2 of 340 | #1 of 91 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Tallinn
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Tallinn.
- Riga, Latvia — $1,405/mo, 15% cheaper, safety 76/100
- Cluj-Napoca, Romania — $1,352/mo, 19% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Sofia, Bulgaria — $1,387/mo, 16% cheaper, safety 74/100
- Budapest, Hungary — $1,380/mo, 17% cheaper, safety 78/100
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Tallinn FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Tallinn?
A single person should budget around $1,660 per month in Tallinn, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
How much is rent in Tallinn?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Tallinn averages $823 per month, dropping to about $618 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $1,554.
Is Tallinn safe?
Tallinn scores 80/100 on safety, which is very safe. Tourist safety is rated 88/100.
How fast is the internet in Tallinn?
Median download speeds in Tallinn are around 94 Mbps — solid for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 22 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Estonia offer a digital nomad visa?
Yes — Estonia offers a digital nomad visa. US passport holders can typically stay 90 days visa-free before applying.
What is the weather like in Tallinn?
Tallinn sees summer highs around 68°F and winter highs near 33°F, with about 144 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 137 days.
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