Is Saint Louis more expensive than Dusseldorf?

Saint Louis is 0.0% cheaper than Dusseldorf overall. Rent is 0.7% lower, groceries 27.8% more expensive, and restaurants 1.0% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Dusseldorf or Saint Louis?

Dusseldorf has a purchasing power index of 141.3 while Saint Louis has 150.3 (NYC = 100). Saint Louis offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇩🇪 Dusseldorf vs 🇺🇸 Saint Louis

2026

Saint Louis is 0.0% cheaper

Category	🇩🇪 Dusseldorf	🇺🇸 Saint Louis	Difference
Cost of Living	74.5	74.5	0.0%
Rent	29.3	29.1	-0.7%
Groceries	73.7	94.2	+27.8%
Restaurants	69.0	69.7	+1.0%
Purchasing Power	141.3	150.3	+6.4%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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