Is Õismäe Expensive?

Tallinn, Estonia

-25% vs Tallinn avg

Living in Õismäe, Tallinn

Õismäe is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Tallinn, with a cost of living index of 21.7 — that is -25% compared to the Tallinn 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 €413/month, compared to a range of €397 in Lasnamäe to €705 in Old Town (Vanalinn).

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Õismäe, housing takes up roughly 31% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 17%, 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 €16,534 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Õismäe

Salaries in Õismäe reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 21.7:

After tax and deductions of 10.2% in Estonia, take-home pay for someone earning €16,534 would be roughly €14,847/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

21.7
COLI Index
0.75x
vs City Avg
€413
Est. 1BR Rent
#16
of 17 Areas
10.2%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Õismäe

Estimated annual deductions on a €13,799 salary in Õismäe, Tallinn (local employee).

Income Tax
9%
Unemployment Insurance
1.6%
Total Deductions: 10.2%
Est. Take-Home: €12,388/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $16,275
London GBP £14,006
Dubai AED AED 81,437

Other Neighborhoods in Tallinn

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Old Town (Vanalinn) 37.0 1.28x +28%
Kadriorg 34.1 1.18x +18%
Kalamaja 33.2 1.15x +15%
Telliskivi 32.4 1.12x +12%
Pirita 31.8 1.10x +10%

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Compare Õismäe

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Õismäe expensive in Tallinn?

Õismäe is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Tallinn. It costs about -25% less than the city average, ranking #16 out of 17 neighborhoods.

How does Õismäe compare to the Tallinn average?

The cost of living in Õismäe is well below the Tallinn average. With a multiplier of 0.75x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -25% 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.