Is Nõmme Expensive?

Tallinn, Estonia

-12% vs Tallinn avg

Living in Nõmme, Tallinn

Nõmme is a relatively affordable area in Tallinn, with a cost of living index of 25.4 — that is -12% compared to the Tallinn average. At #9 of 17, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €485/month, compared to a range of €397 in Lasnamäe to €705 in Old Town (Vanalinn).

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Nõmme, housing takes up roughly 36% 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 €19,400 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Nõmme

Salaries in Nõmme reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 25.4:

After tax and deductions of 11.9% in Estonia, take-home pay for someone earning €19,400 would be roughly €17,091/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

25.4
COLI Index
0.88x
vs City Avg
€485
Est. 1BR Rent
#9
of 17 Areas
11.9%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Nõmme

Estimated annual deductions on a €16,152 salary in Nõmme, Tallinn (local employee).

Income Tax
10%
Unemployment Insurance
1.6%
Total Deductions: 11.9%
Est. Take-Home: €14,233/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $19,050
London GBP £16,394
Dubai AED AED 95,322

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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Nõmme vs Old Town (Vanalinn) Nõmme vs Lasnamäe

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nõmme expensive in Tallinn?

Nõmme is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Tallinn. It costs about -12% less than the city average, ranking #9 out of 17 neighborhoods.

How does Nõmme compare to the Tallinn average?

The cost of living in Nõmme is below the Tallinn average. With a multiplier of 0.88x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -12% 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.