2026
| Category | 🇩🇪 Erlangen | 🇩🇪 Essen | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 67.3 | 73.7 | +9.5% |
| Rent | 22.6 | 17.0 | -24.8% |
| Groceries | 69.8 | 68.8 | -1.4% |
| Restaurants | 63.9 | 74.8 | +17.1% |
| Purchasing Power | 173.2 | 121.7 | -29.7% |
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