2026
| Category | 🇩🇪 Mainz | 🇩🇪 Essen | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 73.3 | 73.7 | +0.5% |
| Rent | 22.1 | 17.0 | -23.1% |
| Groceries | 71.9 | 68.8 | -4.3% |
| Restaurants | 70.9 | 74.8 | +5.5% |
| Purchasing Power | 123.0 | 121.7 | -1.1% |
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