Is Muscat more expensive than Novi Sad?

Muscat is 0.4% cheaper than Novi Sad overall. Rent is 22.8% higher, groceries 2.7% more expensive, and restaurants 12.1% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Novi Sad or Muscat?

Novi Sad has a purchasing power index of 72.9 while Muscat has 95.5 (NYC = 100). Muscat offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇸 Novi Sad vs 🇴🇲 Muscat

2026

Muscat is 0.4% cheaper

Category	🇷🇸 Novi Sad	🇴🇲 Muscat	Difference
Cost of Living	48.5	48.3	-0.4%
Rent	12.7	15.6	+22.8%
Groceries	47.6	48.9	+2.7%
Restaurants	48.7	42.8	-12.1%
Purchasing Power	72.9	95.5	+31.0%

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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