Is Trieste more expensive than Bilbao?

Trieste is 0.2% more expensive than Bilbao overall. Rent is 40.1% lower, groceries 29.2% more expensive, and restaurants 7.6% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Bilbao or Trieste?

Bilbao has a purchasing power index of 107.4 while Trieste has 89.8 (NYC = 100). Bilbao offers better purchasing power.

Bilbao vs Trieste: Trieste is 0.2% more expensive, rent 40% lower (2026)

Category	🇪🇸 Bilbao	🇮🇹 Trieste	Difference
Cost of Living	40.8	40.9	+0.2%
Rent	29.9	17.9	-40.1%
Groceries	50.3	65.0	+29.2%
Restaurants	67.4	72.5	+7.6%
Purchasing Power	107.4	89.8	-16.4%

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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