2026
| Category | 🇩🇪 Frankfurt | 🇩🇪 Essen | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 74.1 | 74.6 | +0.7% |
| Rent | 34.7 | 17.1 | -50.7% |
| Groceries | 68.8 | 70.9 | +3.1% |
| Restaurants | 76.7 | 77.4 | +0.9% |
| Purchasing Power | 146.2 | 129.2 | -11.6% |
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