Is Stuttgart more expensive than Heidelberg?

Stuttgart is 0.6% cheaper than Heidelberg overall. Rent is 20.6% lower, groceries 4.7% cheaper, and restaurants 8.6% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Heidelberg or Stuttgart?

Heidelberg has a purchasing power index of 113.4 while Stuttgart has 161.0 (NYC = 100). Stuttgart offers better purchasing power.

Heidelberg vs Stuttgart: Stuttgart is 0.6% cheaper, rent 21% lower (2026)

Category	🇩🇪 Heidelberg	🇩🇪 Stuttgart	Difference
Cost of Living	50.1	49.8	-0.6%
Rent	32.1	25.5	-20.6%
Groceries	65.8	62.7	-4.7%
Restaurants	70.1	76.1	+8.6%
Purchasing Power	113.4	161.0	+42.0%

Data from 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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