Is Kaliningrad more expensive than Moscow?

Kaliningrad is 13.2% cheaper than Moscow overall. Rent is 63.3% lower, groceries 2.7% more expensive, and restaurants 27.9% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Moscow or Kaliningrad?

Moscow has a purchasing power index of 74.2 while Kaliningrad has 51.9 (NYC = 100). Moscow offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Moscow vs 🇷🇺 Kaliningrad

2026

Kaliningrad is 13.2% cheaper

Category	🇷🇺 Moscow	🇷🇺 Kaliningrad	Difference
Cost of Living	53.2	46.2	-13.2%
Rent	33.5	12.3	-63.3%
Groceries	47.5	48.8	+2.7%
Restaurants	52.0	37.5	-27.9%
Purchasing Power	74.2	51.9	-30.1%

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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