Is Podgorica more expensive than Cluj-Napoca?

Podgorica is 1.3% more expensive than Cluj-Napoca overall. Rent is 8.2% higher, groceries 5.4% cheaper, and restaurants 15.7% cheaper.

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

Cluj-Napoca has a purchasing power index of 78.0 while Podgorica has 76.1 (NYC = 100). Cluj-Napoca offers better purchasing power.

Cluj-Napoca vs Podgorica: Podgorica is 1.3% more expensive, rent 8% higher (2026)

Category	🇷🇴 Cluj-Napoca	🇲🇪 Podgorica	Difference
Cost of Living	29.7	30.1	+1.3%
Rent	14.6	15.8	+8.2%
Groceries	42.8	40.5	-5.4%
Restaurants	54.1	45.6	-15.7%
Purchasing Power	78.0	76.1	-2.4%

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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