Is Kaunas more expensive than Klaipeda?

Kaunas is 3.7% more expensive than Klaipeda overall. Rent is 2.5% higher, groceries 24.2% more expensive, and restaurants 18.6% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Klaipeda or Kaunas?

Klaipeda has a purchasing power index of 102.8 while Kaunas has 101.8 (NYC = 100). Klaipeda offers better purchasing power.

Klaipeda vs Kaunas: Kaunas is 3.7% more expensive, rent 3% higher (2026)

Category	🇱🇹 Klaipeda	🇱🇹 Kaunas	Difference
Cost of Living	29.6	30.7	+3.7%
Rent	12.0	12.3	+2.5%
Groceries	39.7	49.3	+24.2%
Restaurants	49.5	58.7	+18.6%
Purchasing Power	102.8	101.8	-1.0%

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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