Is Warsaw more expensive than Katowice?

Warsaw is 53.7% more expensive than Katowice overall. Rent is 92.9% higher, groceries 16.3% more expensive, and restaurants 27.3% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Katowice or Warsaw?

Katowice has a purchasing power index of 116.7 while Warsaw has 98.2 (NYC = 100). Katowice offers better purchasing power.

Katowice vs Warsaw: Warsaw is 53.7% more expensive, rent 93% higher (2026)

Category	🇵🇱 Katowice	🇵🇱 Warsaw	Difference
Cost of Living	28.1	43.2	+53.7%
Rent	14.1	27.2	+92.9%
Groceries	38.1	44.3	+16.3%
Restaurants	44.7	56.9	+27.3%
Purchasing Power	116.7	98.2	-15.9%

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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