Is Wiesbaden more expensive than Erlangen?

Wiesbaden is 13.1% more expensive than Erlangen overall. Rent is 4.7% higher, groceries 0.2% cheaper, and restaurants 17.0% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Erlangen or Wiesbaden?

Erlangen has a purchasing power index of 194.0 while Wiesbaden has 129.1 (NYC = 100). Erlangen offers better purchasing power.

Erlangen vs Wiesbaden: Wiesbaden is 13.1% more expensive, rent 5% higher (2026)

Category	🇩🇪 Erlangen	🇩🇪 Wiesbaden	Difference
Cost of Living	42.7	48.3	+13.1%
Rent	21.1	22.1	+4.7%
Groceries	66.0	65.9	-0.2%
Restaurants	66.5	77.8	+17.0%
Purchasing Power	194.0	129.1	-33.5%

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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