2026
| Category | 🇩🇪 Erlangen | 🇩🇪 Essen | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 68.2 | 74.6 | +9.4% |
| Rent | 22.1 | 17.1 | -22.6% |
| Groceries | 71.8 | 70.9 | -1.3% |
| Restaurants | 64.8 | 77.4 | +19.4% |
| Purchasing Power | 182.7 | 129.2 | -29.3% |
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