2026
| Category | 🇩🇪 Kassel | 🇩🇪 Essen | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 66.1 | 73.7 | +11.5% |
| Rent | 15.5 | 17.0 | +9.7% |
| Groceries | 65.6 | 68.8 | +4.9% |
| Restaurants | 58.8 | 74.8 | +27.2% |
| Purchasing Power | 139.9 | 121.7 | -13.0% |
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