2026
| Category | 🇩🇪 Dresden | 🇩🇪 Essen | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 69.4 | 73.7 | +6.2% |
| Rent | 18.0 | 17.0 | -5.6% |
| Groceries | 68.1 | 68.8 | +1.0% |
| Restaurants | 71.4 | 74.8 | +4.8% |
| Purchasing Power | 129.4 | 121.7 | -6.0% |
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