Is Odessa more expensive than Kharkiv?

Odessa is 11.1% more expensive than Kharkiv overall. Rent is 37.3% higher, groceries 13.9% more expensive, and restaurants 14.2% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Kharkiv or Odessa?

Kharkiv has a purchasing power index of 61.0 while Odessa has 47.3 (NYC = 100). Kharkiv offers better purchasing power.

Kharkiv vs Odessa: Odessa is 11.1% more expensive, rent 37% higher (2026)

Category	🇺🇦 Kharkiv	🇺🇦 Odessa	Difference
Cost of Living	12.6	14.0	+11.1%
Rent	5.1	7.0	+37.3%
Groceries	28.8	32.8	+13.9%
Restaurants	26.7	30.5	+14.2%
Purchasing Power	61.0	47.3	-22.5%

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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