Is Cluj-Napoca more expensive than Bucharest?

Cluj-Napoca is 5.3% more expensive than Bucharest overall. Rent is 5.8% higher, groceries 4.6% more expensive, and restaurants 0.4% more expensive.

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

Bucharest has a purchasing power index of 89.7 while Cluj-Napoca has 78.0 (NYC = 100). Bucharest offers better purchasing power.

Bucharest vs Cluj-Napoca: Cluj-Napoca is 5.3% more expensive, rent 6% higher (2026)

Category	🇷🇴 Bucharest	🇷🇴 Cluj-Napoca	Difference
Cost of Living	28.2	29.7	+5.3%
Rent	13.8	14.6	+5.8%
Groceries	40.9	42.8	+4.6%
Restaurants	53.9	54.1	+0.4%
Purchasing Power	89.7	78.0	-13.0%

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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