Is Szczecin more expensive than Katowice?

Szczecin is 0.0% cheaper than Katowice overall. Rent is 1.4% higher, groceries 0.5% more expensive, and restaurants 4.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Katowice or Szczecin?

Katowice has a purchasing power index of 116.7 while Szczecin has 106.4 (NYC = 100). Katowice offers better purchasing power.

Katowice vs Szczecin: Szczecin is 0.0% cheaper, rent 1% higher (2026)

Category	🇵🇱 Katowice	🇵🇱 Szczecin	Difference
Cost of Living	28.1	28.1	0.0%
Rent	14.1	14.3	+1.4%
Groceries	38.1	38.3	+0.5%
Restaurants	44.7	42.6	-4.7%
Purchasing Power	116.7	106.4	-8.8%

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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