2026
| Category | 🇩🇪 Erfurt | 🇩🇪 Essen | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 72.1 | 73.7 | +2.2% |
| Rent | 17.8 | 17.0 | -4.5% |
| Groceries | 65.3 | 68.8 | +5.4% |
| Restaurants | 62.9 | 74.8 | +18.9% |
| Purchasing Power | 123.5 | 121.7 | -1.5% |
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