Is Wiesbaden more expensive than Augsburg?

Wiesbaden is 2.4% more expensive than Augsburg overall. Rent is 9.1% lower, groceries 1.4% more expensive, and restaurants 5.6% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Augsburg or Wiesbaden?

Augsburg has a purchasing power index of 127.3 while Wiesbaden has 129.1 (NYC = 100). Wiesbaden offers better purchasing power.

Augsburg vs Wiesbaden: Wiesbaden is 2.4% more expensive, rent 9% lower (2026)

Category	🇩🇪 Augsburg	🇩🇪 Wiesbaden	Difference
Cost of Living	46.3	47.4	+2.4%
Rent	24.3	22.1	-9.1%
Groceries	65.0	65.9	+1.4%
Restaurants	73.7	77.8	+5.6%
Purchasing Power	127.3	129.1	+1.4%

Data from October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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