2026
| Category | 🇩🇪 Dresden | 🇩🇪 Essen | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 69.7 | 74.6 | +7.0% |
| Rent | 18.7 | 17.1 | -8.6% |
| Groceries | 68.7 | 70.9 | +3.2% |
| Restaurants | 71.8 | 77.4 | +7.8% |
| Purchasing Power | 137.5 | 129.2 | -6.0% |
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