Is Novosibirsk more expensive than Erbil?

Novosibirsk is 0.5% cheaper than Erbil overall. Rent is 34.1% higher, groceries 15.1% more expensive, and restaurants 2.1% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Erbil or Novosibirsk?

Erbil has a purchasing power index of 49.3 while Novosibirsk has 68.2 (NYC = 100). Novosibirsk offers better purchasing power.

Erbil vs Novosibirsk: Novosibirsk is 0.5% cheaper, rent 34% higher (2026)

Category	🇮🇶 Erbil	🇷🇺 Novosibirsk	Difference
Cost of Living	21.8	21.7	-0.5%
Rent	8.8	11.8	+34.1%
Groceries	33.1	38.1	+15.1%
Restaurants	41.9	41.0	-2.1%
Purchasing Power	49.3	68.2	+38.3%

Data from March – October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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