2026
| Category | 🇩🇪 Essen | 🇩🇪 Karlsruhe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 71.9 | 72.5 | +0.8% |
| Rent | 16.5 | 24.0 | +45.5% |
| Groceries | 66.1 | 68.3 | +3.3% |
| Restaurants | 75.1 | 67.2 | -10.5% |
| Purchasing Power | 144.9 | 130.4 | -10.0% |
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