Is Bucharest more expensive than Muscat?

Bucharest is 0.0% cheaper than Muscat overall. Rent is 2.1% lower, groceries 3.9% cheaper, and restaurants 24.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Muscat or Bucharest?

Muscat has a purchasing power index of 111.5 while Bucharest has 93.9 (NYC = 100). Muscat offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇴🇲 Muscat vs 🇷🇴 Bucharest

2026

Bucharest is 0.0% cheaper

Category	🇴🇲 Muscat	🇷🇴 Bucharest	Difference
Cost of Living	45.4	45.4	0.0%
Rent	14.3	14.0	-2.1%
Groceries	43.5	41.8	-3.9%
Restaurants	41.7	52.0	+24.7%
Purchasing Power	111.5	93.9	-15.8%

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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