Is Kaliningrad more expensive than Moscow?

Kaliningrad is 14.5% cheaper than Moscow overall. Rent is 62.7% lower, groceries 0.9% more expensive, and restaurants 27.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Moscow or Kaliningrad?

Moscow has a purchasing power index of 82.4 while Kaliningrad has 53.6 (NYC = 100). Moscow offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Moscow vs 🇷🇺 Kaliningrad

2026

Kaliningrad is 14.5% cheaper

Category	🇷🇺 Moscow	🇷🇺 Kaliningrad	Difference
Cost of Living	49.6	42.4	-14.5%
Rent	30.6	11.4	-62.7%
Groceries	44.9	45.3	+0.9%
Restaurants	48.1	34.8	-27.7%
Purchasing Power	82.4	53.6	-35.0%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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