2026
| Category | 🇩🇪 Mainz | 🇩🇪 Essen | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 74.5 | 74.6 | +0.1% |
| Rent | 22.2 | 17.1 | -23.0% |
| Groceries | 74.2 | 70.9 | -4.4% |
| Restaurants | 71.9 | 77.4 | +7.6% |
| Purchasing Power | 128.8 | 129.2 | +0.3% |
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