2026
| Category | 🇩🇪 Chemnitz | 🇩🇪 Essen | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 65.3 | 73.7 | +12.9% |
| Rent | 13.1 | 17.0 | +29.8% |
| Groceries | 66.9 | 68.8 | +2.8% |
| Restaurants | 65.5 | 74.8 | +14.2% |
| Purchasing Power | 141.4 | 121.7 | -13.9% |
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