Is Cardiff more expensive than Cologne?

Cardiff is 0.4% cheaper than Cologne overall. Rent is 2.2% lower, groceries 0.6% more expensive, and restaurants 3.2% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Cologne or Cardiff?

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

Cologne vs Cardiff: Cardiff is 0.4% cheaper, rent 2% lower (2026)

Category	🇩🇪 Cologne	🇬🇧 Cardiff	Difference
Cost of Living	48.0	47.8	-0.4%
Rent	27.9	27.3	-2.2%
Groceries	64.0	64.4	+0.6%
Restaurants	73.0	75.3	+3.2%
Purchasing Power	139.7	128.8	-7.8%

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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