Is Warsaw more expensive than Montreal?

Warsaw is 0.2% more expensive than Montreal overall. Rent is 1.1% lower, groceries 29.1% cheaper, and restaurants 17.1% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Montreal or Warsaw?

Montreal has a purchasing power index of 126.7 while Warsaw has 98.2 (NYC = 100). Montreal offers better purchasing power.

Montreal vs Warsaw: Warsaw is 0.2% more expensive, rent 1% lower (2026)

Category	🇨🇦 Montreal	🇵🇱 Warsaw	Difference
Cost of Living	43.1	43.2	+0.2%
Rent	27.5	27.2	-1.1%
Groceries	62.5	44.3	-29.1%
Restaurants	68.6	56.9	-17.1%
Purchasing Power	126.7	98.2	-22.5%

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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