Riga, Latvia

In 2026, a single person living in Riga needs approximately EUR 1,123/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 2,127/month. Riga is considered a affordable city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Riga costs approximately EUR 606/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 1,047/month. Rent has changed +4% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Riga are approximately EUR 309 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Riga costs EUR 33 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Riga average EUR 105 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Riga is located in Latvia (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 606/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,123/month, it is affordable by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Riga costs approximately EUR 9 in 2026. Budget around EUR 71/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Riga from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 25.3% over this period (from EUR 484 in 2022 to EUR 606 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Riga in 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,123/month. This covers rent (EUR 606), groceries (EUR 309), transport (EUR 33), utilities (EUR 105) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 2,127/month.