Is Warsaw more expensive than Krakow?

Warsaw is 16.8% more expensive than Krakow overall. Rent is 37.4% higher, groceries 1.1% more expensive, and restaurants 5.4% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Krakow or Warsaw?

Krakow has a purchasing power index of 102.4 while Warsaw has 98.2 (NYC = 100). Krakow offers better purchasing power.

Krakow vs Warsaw: Warsaw is 16.8% more expensive, rent 37% higher (2026)

Category	🇵🇱 Krakow	🇵🇱 Warsaw	Difference
Cost of Living	37.0	43.2	+16.8%
Rent	19.8	27.2	+37.4%
Groceries	43.8	44.3	+1.1%
Restaurants	54.0	56.9	+5.4%
Purchasing Power	102.4	98.2	-4.1%

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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