2026
| Category | 🇩🇪 Essen | 🇩🇪 Karlsruhe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 73.7 | 75.0 | +1.8% |
| Rent | 17.0 | 24.3 | +42.9% |
| Groceries | 68.8 | 71.1 | +3.3% |
| Restaurants | 74.8 | 67.9 | -9.2% |
| Purchasing Power | 121.7 | 117.4 | -3.5% |
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