2026
| Category | 🇩🇪 Darmstadt | 🇩🇪 Essen | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 73.2 | 73.7 | +0.7% |
| Rent | 26.7 | 17.0 | -36.3% |
| Groceries | 71.9 | 68.8 | -4.3% |
| Restaurants | 70.6 | 74.8 | +5.9% |
| Purchasing Power | 128.3 | 121.7 | -5.1% |
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