City Comparison · Updated May 2026
Estonia
COL index 48.4
Lithuania
COL index 45.6
Tallinn vs Vilnius — Cost of Living, Salary & Tax Compared (2026)
The verdict
Living in Vilnius is 5.8% cheaper than Tallinn for the same lifestyle.
Based on Q1 2026 COL index and median single-person expenditure.
Side-by-side stats
| Tallinn | Metric | Vilnius | Δ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48.4 | Cost of living index | 45.6 | -5.8% |
| €50,000 | Median gross salary | €50,000 | 0.0% |
| €33,600 | Net at €50,000 gross | €34,992 | +4.1% |
| €980 | Rent — 1BR centre | €920 | -6.1% |
| €1,478 | Monthly COL (single) | €1,389 | -6.0% |
| €69,421 | PPP — net / COL | €76,737 | +10.5% |
| 32.8% | Effective tax @ €50,000 | 30.0% | -8.5% |
Monthly expenses — paired
Salary equivalence
€50,000 gross in Estonia = €2,800 net monthly.
To have the same purchasing power in Vilnius, you would need roughly €45,233 gross in Lithuania (≈ €2,638 net monthly, adjusted for cost-of-living index).
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Pros & cons
- +Low overall cost of living (index 48)
- +Lower rent (€920 vs €980)
- +Low overall cost of living (index 46)
The verdict
Across the data, Vilnius delivers a higher take-home on a €50,000 gross salary; Vilnius carries a lower cost-of-living index; Vilnius has the lighter effective tax burden; Vilnius wins on purchasing power after costs are netted out. If purchasing power is your north star, Vilnius edges it.
Frequently asked
Is Tallinn cheaper than Vilnius?+
Vilnius is cheaper. Cost-of-living index: Tallinn 48.4, Vilnius 45.6 — a 5.8% difference (Q1 2026).
What is the cost of living difference between Tallinn and Vilnius?+
Tallinn sits at 48.4 on our COL index, Vilnius at 45.6. That works out to roughly 5.8% — Vilnius being the cheaper of the two.
Is Tallinn a good place to live compared to Vilnius?+
It depends on priorities. Tallinn delivers €33,600 net on a €50,000 gross salary at a 32.8% effective tax rate. Vilnius delivers €34,992 at 30.0%. Centre 1-bed rent: €980 vs €920.
How do salaries compare in Tallinn vs Vilnius?+
On a €50,000 gross salary, take-home is €33,600/year (€2,800/month) in Tallinn and €34,992/year (€2,916/month) in Vilnius.
Which city has lower taxes, Tallinn or Vilnius?+
Lithuania has the lower effective rate at €50,000: Estonia 32.8%, Lithuania 30.0%.