Is Cologne more expensive than Cardiff?

Cologne is 0.4% more expensive than Cardiff overall. Rent is 2.2% higher, groceries 0.6% cheaper, and restaurants 3.1% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Cardiff or Cologne?

Cardiff has a purchasing power index of 128.8 while Cologne has 139.7 (NYC = 100). Cologne offers better purchasing power.

Cardiff vs Cologne: Cologne is 0.4% more expensive, rent 2% higher (2026)

Category	🇬🇧 Cardiff	🇩🇪 Cologne	Difference
Cost of Living	47.8	48.0	+0.4%
Rent	27.3	27.9	+2.2%
Groceries	64.4	64.0	-0.6%
Restaurants	75.3	73.0	-3.1%
Purchasing Power	128.8	139.7	+8.5%

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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