Is Saint Petersburg more expensive than Krasnoyarsk?

Saint Petersburg is 1.3% more expensive than Krasnoyarsk overall. Rent is 77.1% higher, groceries 3.2% cheaper, and restaurants 8.2% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Krasnoyarsk or Saint Petersburg?

Krasnoyarsk has a purchasing power index of 56.9 while Saint Petersburg has 72.4 (NYC = 100). Saint Petersburg offers better purchasing power.

Krasnoyarsk vs Saint Petersburg: Saint Petersburg is 1.3% more expensive, rent 77% higher (2026)

Category	🇷🇺 Krasnoyarsk	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	Difference
Cost of Living	23.8	24.1	+1.3%
Rent	9.6	17.0	+77.1%
Groceries	40.3	39.0	-3.2%
Restaurants	38.9	42.1	+8.2%
Purchasing Power	56.9	72.4	+27.2%

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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