2026
| Category | 🇩🇪 Cologne | 🇩🇪 Karlsruhe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 72.7 | 75.0 | +3.2% |
| Rent | 28.3 | 24.3 | -14.1% |
| Groceries | 69.7 | 71.1 | +2.0% |
| Restaurants | 71.3 | 67.9 | -4.8% |
| Purchasing Power | 111.3 | 117.4 | +5.5% |
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