Is Bucharest more expensive than Iasi?

Bucharest is 13.1% more expensive than Iasi overall. Rent is 16.9% higher, groceries 4.6% more expensive, and restaurants 25.1% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Iasi or Bucharest?

Iasi has a purchasing power index of 81.8 while Bucharest has 89.7 (NYC = 100). Bucharest offers better purchasing power.

Iasi vs Bucharest: Bucharest is 13.1% more expensive, rent 17% higher (2026)

Category	🇷🇴 Iasi	🇷🇴 Bucharest	Difference
Cost of Living	25.1	28.4	+13.1%
Rent	11.8	13.8	+16.9%
Groceries	39.1	40.9	+4.6%
Restaurants	43.1	53.9	+25.1%
Purchasing Power	81.8	89.7	+9.7%

Data from March – 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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