International School of Tallinn
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Overview
Estonia🇪🇪
At a Glance
How Estonia compares across key indices
Cost of Living
70 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
85/100
Healthcare
69/100
Quality of Life
170/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Estonia
Cost of Living
70
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
52
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
70
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
73
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Estonia - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
85/100
Crime Index
6/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Estonia
Estonia has 8 cities with Freedom Abroad estimates. Monthly costs for a single person range from $1,385 in Pärnu to $1,722 in Tallinn. Pärnu leads on safety, scoring 89/100. Narva ranks highest for quality of life at 172/200.
đź’¸Most Affordable
Pärnu
$1,385/mo
Safest
Pärnu
89/100
Best Quality of Life
Narva
172/200
Best Healthcare
Tallinn
76/100
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Curated and popular cities first.
8 of 8 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tallinn | $1,722 | 82/100 | 168/200 | 76/100 | 15 |
| Tartu | $1,429 | 87/100 | 172/200 | 67/100 | 7 |
| Narva | $1,391 | 89/100 | 172/200 | 65/100 | 5 |
| Pärnu | $1,385 | 89/100 | 172/200 | 65/100 | 5 |
| Nõmme | $1,385 | 89/100 | 172/200 | 65/100 | 5 |
| Kohtla-Järve | $1,385 | 89/100 | 172/200 | 65/100 | 5 |
| Viljandi | $1,385 | 89/100 | 172/200 | 65/100 | 5 |
| Maardu | $1,385 | 89/100 | 172/200 | 65/100 | 5 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
Compare Cities Side by Side
Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Families
Schools
6 verified school profiles across 0 cities in Estonia — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
Audentes School
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib Diploma
International School of Estonia
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib World School
Tartu International School
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib Primary Years
Miina Härma Gümnaasium
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib Diploma
Ib Middle Years
Ib Primary Years
Tallinn English College
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib Diploma
Ib Middle Years
Ib Primary Years
School records are maintained from direct school pages, public credential directories, public registry claims, and carefully labeled directory/community sources. Admissions, seat availability, and tuition can change quickly, so Freedom Abroad treats unpublished costs as “Contact school” instead of estimating.
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Estonia
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Environment
CleanAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Estonia
Pollution Index
12/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
6.1ug/m3
Good
Environmental Quality
Air Quality100/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Estonia, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Estonia?
Estonia has a cost of living index of 70 relative to New York City (100). It is comparable in cost to most US cities. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,722 in Tallinn.
Is Estonia safe for expats?
Estonia has a safety index of 85/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Tallinn scores highest on safety at 82/100.
What is the best city in Estonia for expats and digital nomads?
Tallinn ranks highest for quality of life in Estonia, scoring 168/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,722/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Estonia?
Estonia scores 69/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it good by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Is Estonia cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Estonia's cost of living is roughly 30% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 48% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
What is the air quality and pollution like in Estonia?
Estonia has a pollution index of 12/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.
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