Is Tbilisi more expensive than Chisinau?

Tbilisi is 0.0% cheaper than Chisinau overall. Rent is 4.9% higher, groceries 10.8% more expensive, and restaurants 8.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Chisinau or Tbilisi?

Chisinau has a purchasing power index of 61.4 while Tbilisi has 47.3 (NYC = 100). Chisinau offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇲🇩 Chisinau vs 🇬🇪 Tbilisi

2026

Tbilisi is 0.0% cheaper

Category	🇲🇩 Chisinau	🇬🇪 Tbilisi	Difference
Cost of Living	37.0	37.0	0.0%
Rent	14.3	15.0	+4.9%
Groceries	33.2	36.8	+10.8%
Restaurants	36.6	39.7	+8.5%
Purchasing Power	61.4	47.3	-23.0%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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