Is Cardiff more expensive than Karlsruhe?

Cardiff is 0.4% cheaper than Karlsruhe overall. Rent is 17.2% higher, groceries 3.4% cheaper, and restaurants 5.3% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Karlsruhe or Cardiff?

Karlsruhe has a purchasing power index of 125.9 while Cardiff has 128.8 (NYC = 100). Cardiff offers better purchasing power.

Karlsruhe vs Cardiff: Cardiff is 0.4% cheaper, rent 17% higher (2026)

Category	🇩🇪 Karlsruhe	🇬🇧 Cardiff	Difference
Cost of Living	48.0	47.8	-0.4%
Rent	23.3	27.3	+17.2%
Groceries	66.7	64.4	-3.4%
Restaurants	71.5	75.3	+5.3%
Purchasing Power	125.9	128.8	+2.3%

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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