Is Saint Petersburg more expensive than Addis Ababa?

Saint Petersburg is 0.9% more expensive than Addis Ababa overall. Rent is 4.3% higher, groceries 1.7% more expensive, and restaurants 47.0% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Addis Ababa or Saint Petersburg?

Addis Ababa has a purchasing power index of 11.7 while Saint Petersburg has 67.0 (NYC = 100). Saint Petersburg offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇪🇹 Addis Ababa vs 🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg

2026

Saint Petersburg is 0.9% more expensive

Category	🇪🇹 Addis Ababa	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	Difference
Cost of Living	43.6	44.0	+0.9%
Rent	18.5	19.3	+4.3%
Groceries	42.3	43.0	+1.7%
Restaurants	25.3	37.2	+47.0%
Purchasing Power	11.7	67.0	+472.6%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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