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What kind of survey is it? The Household Budget Survey provides information about the expenditures and living conditions of Estonian households, about household composition and the demographic and social characteristics of household members. The Household Budget Survey is one of the oldest surveys in Estonia – the first statistical survey on this topic was conducted already in 1925. The current survey methodology has been used since 2010. The survey consists of a household questionnaire and a personal questionnaire (for all household members aged 15 and over) and an expense diary. Who

Cultural activities play an important part in the everyday life of many Estonian people. But how big is their role exactly? The Cultural Participation Survey provides an overview of cultural participation in Estonia, of the residents' cultural interests and hobbies and of the differences in cultural participation between demographic groups. The results of the survey help the Ministry of Culture determine how many people are affected by cultural policy decisions and what the economic impact of these decisions might be. The data also allow the Ministry to decide which cultural activities need

People sometimes need extra support to better cope with difficulties related to job loss, unexpected illness, or reaching retirement age. Social protection helps the underprivileged and more vulnerable members of society to cope, through public and private financial assistance and support services related to job search, health care and daily living. The state organises social protection through social insurance and social welfare. Social insurance provides a person at least a minimum income in the event of loss of employment, illness, birth of a child, incapacity for work and old age. Social

What kind of survey is it? The Estonian Household Finance and Consumption Survey assesses the real and financial assets and debt levels of Estonian households, as well as their income, savings, and consumption behaviour. Who commissions the survey? The survey is conducted in cooperation with the Bank of Estonia ( Eesti Pank). The same kind of surveys are carried out in all euro area countries, organised by national central banks and coordinated by the European Central Bank. Collecting similar data across the entire euro area allows comparisons of results between countries. The results of the

What kind of survey is it? The aim of the survey is to determine how satisfied residents are with their living environment and the quality of services provided by their municipality. The survey asks for an assessment of mobility, sports and cultural leisure facilities, living environment, public maintenance, provision of general services, and local governance. The municipality of the respondent's primary residence is assessed. Information about the person's place of residence and household is also asked. Who commissions the survey? The survey is conducted in cooperation between the Ministry of

What kind of survey is it? The Adult Education Survey is a pan-European personal survey that takes an in-depth look at the state of lifelong learning (formal education, non-formal education and training, and informal learning). Who commissions the survey? The survey is coordinated by Eurostat. The main representatives of public interest for the survey in Estonia are the Ministry of Education and Research, the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications, and the Ministry of Social Affairs. Why are the data needed? The results of the survey allow us to understand, at national and European

What kind of survey is it? The Consumer Survey measures consumer confidence. The survey reflects Estonian residents’ perceptions of the economic situation, price changes and unemployment, and provides information about their purchases of durable goods, savings and plans for major purchases. The survey is conducted in all European Union countries. The survey is part of a programme of five surveys (the other four are business surveys). Who commissions the survey? Statistics Estonia conducts the Consumer Survey from May 2026. The survey is carried out in all European Union countries pursuant to