2026
| Category | 🇩🇪 Essen | 🇩🇪 Karlsruhe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 74.6 | 75.5 | +1.2% |
| Rent | 17.1 | 24.4 | +42.7% |
| Groceries | 70.9 | 72.5 | +2.3% |
| Restaurants | 77.4 | 68.9 | -11.0% |
| Purchasing Power | 129.2 | 123.9 | -4.1% |
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