Is Cluj-Napoca more expensive than Beijing?

Cluj-Napoca is 0.7% more expensive than Beijing overall. Rent is 35.7% lower, groceries 8.9% more expensive, and restaurants 95.3% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Beijing or Cluj-Napoca?

Beijing has a purchasing power index of 104.4 while Cluj-Napoca has 78.0 (NYC = 100). Beijing offers better purchasing power.

Beijing vs Cluj-Napoca: Cluj-Napoca is 0.7% more expensive, rent 36% lower (2026)

Category	🇨🇳 Beijing	🇷🇴 Cluj-Napoca	Difference
Cost of Living	29.8	30.0	+0.7%
Rent	22.7	14.6	-35.7%
Groceries	39.3	42.8	+8.9%
Restaurants	27.7	54.1	+95.3%
Purchasing Power	104.4	78.0	-25.3%

Data from March – 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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