VanBasket Finland

Food Prices in Finland — August 2026

Updated: 1 August 2026

Current Index

133

vs World Average

+33%

Official (IMF + World Bank)

Real grocery prices

Price per unit in your currency

Prices known for 4 of 10 items — help fill the rest

Milk 1 L

open data

$1.44

-19% World (base = 100)
Eggs 12 pcs

open data

$3.77

+10% World (base = 100)
Chicken 1 kg

open data

$11.42

+94% World (base = 100)
Rice 1 kg

open data

$2.65

+17% World (base = 100)
Bread 500 g loaf
Water 1.5 L bottle
Cheese 1 kg
Tomatoes 1 kg
Potatoes 1 kg
Beer 0.5 L bottle

Monthly basket, 1 person

Directional: 4 milk + 2 eggs + 4 chicken + 4 rice

$69.58

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Fem synder

Exotic Snacks

K-Supermarket, Helsinki 12 Aug

4.69 €
Mandel Salted Caramel

Exotic Snacks

K-Supermarket, Helsinki 12 Aug

4.45 €
Hyvin sokeroimaton proteiinivanukas kermatoffee

Juustoportti

Prisma, Järvenpää 9 Apr

1.55 €
Wanhanajan vanilja

Ísey Skyr

Alepa, Helsinki 14 Feb

3.22 €
Kauragranola Mansikka

Elovena · 350 g

Alepa, Helsinki 11 Feb

5.37 €
Corners Chili Cheese

Estrella

K-Citymarket, Kirkkonummi 10 Feb

2.85 €
Kauragranola Mansikka

Elovena · 350 g

K-Market, Helsinki 8 Feb

5.43 €
Almond Breeze Barista Blend

Blue Diamond

Prisma Piispanristi, Kaarina 14 Oct

2.49 €
Opera special

Apetit

S-market Karhuvuori, Kotka 29 Nov

3.59 €
Hawaii pizza

Grandiosa

S-market Karhuvuori, Kotka 29 Nov

3.59 €
Spicy Chicken Instant Noodles

Mama

S-market Karhuvuori, Kotka 29 Nov

0.85 €
Linssisnacks Cheddar Kermaviili & Sipuli

Estella

S-market Karhuvuori, Kotka 29 Nov

2.75 €
Ruginės duonos traškučiai

S-market Karhuvuori, Kotka 29 Nov

2.89 €
Pistachio nuts

Xtra

S-market Karhuvuori, Kotka 29 Nov

5.59 €
Dates salty liquorice

Dave & Jon's · 125 g

S-market Karhuvuori, Kotka 29 Nov

2.19 €
Dates Sour Watermelon

Dave & Jon's Snack Factory

S-market Karhuvuori, Kotka 29 Nov

2.19 €
Aidon perhetilan vapaan kanan munia

Kultamuna

S-market Karhuvuori, Kotka 29 Nov

4.25 €
Kanasuikale ISO

Kotimaista

S-market Karhuvuori, Kotka 29 Nov

4.25 €
Liekitetty Kalkkuna

Savuhovi

S-market Karhuvuori, Kotka 29 Nov

3.19 €

Data: Open Food Facts — Open Prices (ODbL)

What this means for vanlife

Food in Finland is significantly more expensive — 33% above the world average. One of the pricier food destinations: the same basket costs around $399 per month (vs $300 world average).

↑ Year-over-year change: +0% 2026

Index History

Index:

Based on World Bank ICP 2021, adjusted with IMF CPI

Compare with Finland

Finland

133

World (base = 100)

100

If you spend 100 at home:

100

Select home and destination countries to compare food costs

Similar Countries

France 132.1 +32.1%

Singapore 130.8 +30.8%

China 130.4 +30.4%

Saudi Arabia 130.2 +30.2%

Ireland 130 +30%

More countries in Europe

Ukraine 70 -30%

Moldova 72 -28%

Belarus 80 -20%

Russia 82 -18%

North Macedonia 85 -15%

Romania 88 -12%

FAQ

Is food expensive in Finland?

Yes, food in Finland is above average. The VanBasket Index is 133 (world average = 100), meaning food costs 33% more than the global average.

How much should I budget for food in Finland per month?

If the world average monthly food spend is $300, in Finland you can expect to spend around $399. This is based on the VanBasket Index of 133 (world = 100).

How does Finland compare to similar countries?

Finland has a VanBasket Index of 133. Similar or nearby countries: France, Singapore, China.

How often is the food price data for Finland updated?

The index is updated monthly using IMF Consumer Price Index data. The baseline is from World Bank ICP 2021.

About the data: The VanBasket Index is based on World Bank ICP 2021 food price level data, adjusted monthly using IMF CPI. World average = 100. Index > 100 means food is more expensive than the global average. API for developers →

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