Is Ķengarags Expensive?

Riga, Latvia

-30% vs Riga avg

Living in Ķengarags, Riga

Ķengarags is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Riga, with a cost of living index of 17.7 — that is -30% compared to the Riga average. Ranked #16 of 17, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €326/month, compared to a range of €317 in Dreiliņi to €583 in Old Riga (Vecrīga).

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Ķengarags, housing takes up roughly 30% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 16%, while transportation costs around 9%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately €13,058 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Ķengarags

Salaries in Ķengarags reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 17.7:

After tax and deductions of 30.5% in Latvia, take-home pay for someone earning €13,058 would be roughly €9,075/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

17.7
COLI Index
0.70x
vs City Avg
€326
Est. 1BR Rent
#16
of 17 Areas
30.5%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Ķengarags

Estimated annual deductions on a €11,256 salary in Ķengarags, Riga (local employee).

Income Tax
20%
Social Security
10.5%
Total Deductions: 30.5%
Est. Take-Home: €7,823/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Ķengarags would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $13,275
London GBP £11,424
Dubai AED AED 66,425

Other Neighborhoods in Riga

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Old Riga (Vecrīga) 31.6 1.25x +25%
Quiet Centre 29.9 1.18x +18%
Mežaparks 27.8 1.10x +10%
Āgenskalns 26.6 1.05x +5%
Teika 24.0 0.95x -5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ķengarags expensive in Riga?

Ķengarags is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Riga. It costs about -30% less than the city average, ranking #16 out of 17 neighborhoods.

How does Ķengarags compare to the Riga average?

The cost of living in Ķengarags is well below the Riga average. With a multiplier of 0.70x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -30% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.