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Talsi, Latvia
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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1,072
Retiree Score
43.0
Safety Index
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Healthcare
1 facilities

The population of 8,673 may seem modest, but the reality of living in Talsi, Latvia is anything but small-town cozy. This Courland region town, once home to a sizable German and Jewish population, has endured a turbulent history marked by plague, fires, and Nazi occupation. While the "green pearl of Courland" boasts picturesque hills and lakes, the bureaucracy is a persistent headache, as evidenced by the town's delayed memorials to past revolutionaries and freedom fighters. For those seeking an authentic Latvian experience, Talsi may hold charm, but the scars of its past make it a challenging destination for the faint of heart.

Can I afford Talsi?

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Talsi

You could save

1,928/mo

Savings Rate64%

Monthly Costs

Rent (Latvia Average Adjusted)$264
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$808

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
64/100
Retiree Score
(i)
43/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
58/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
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Safety
1
Healthcare
100
Walkability
5
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) *$1
Bread (loaf) *$2
Eggs (12) *$3
Rice (1kg) *$3
Chicken (1kg) *$8

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$6
Meal (Mid-range) $23
Cappuccino *$2
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) *$78
Mobile Plan (mo) *$13
Gym (mo) *$22
Cinema Ticket *$7

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) *$176
1BR Outside (mo) *$124
3BR Center (mo) *$374
3BR Outside (mo) *$254

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
medium
Expat Community
small
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🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
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Temperature
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Annual Rainfall
916 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Talsi has a population of approximately 8,673 people.

The nearest airport to Talsi is RIX, approximately 91km away.

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