Is Saint Petersburg more expensive than Moscow?

Saint Petersburg is 17.3% cheaper than Moscow overall. Rent is 42.4% lower, groceries 9.5% cheaper, and restaurants 28.5% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Moscow or Saint Petersburg?

Moscow has a purchasing power index of 74.2 while Saint Petersburg has 67.0 (NYC = 100). Moscow offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Moscow vs 🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg

2026

Saint Petersburg is 17.3% cheaper

Category	🇷🇺 Moscow	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	Difference
Cost of Living	53.2	44.0	-17.3%
Rent	33.5	19.3	-42.4%
Groceries	47.5	43.0	-9.5%
Restaurants	52.0	37.2	-28.5%
Purchasing Power	74.2	67.0	-9.7%

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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