2026
| Category | 🇩🇪 Cologne | 🇩🇪 Essen | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 72.7 | 73.7 | +1.4% |
| Rent | 28.3 | 17.0 | -39.9% |
| Groceries | 69.7 | 68.8 | -1.3% |
| Restaurants | 71.3 | 74.8 | +4.9% |
| Purchasing Power | 111.3 | 121.7 | +9.3% |
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