Is Almaty more expensive than Novosibirsk?

Almaty is 0.2% more expensive than Novosibirsk overall. Rent is 24.4% higher, groceries 0.7% more expensive, and restaurants 11.0% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Novosibirsk or Almaty?

Novosibirsk has a purchasing power index of 55.9 while Almaty has 51.1 (NYC = 100). Novosibirsk offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Novosibirsk vs 🇰🇿 Almaty

2026

Almaty is 0.2% more expensive

Category	🇷🇺 Novosibirsk	🇰🇿 Almaty	Difference
Cost of Living	40.1	40.2	+0.2%
Rent	13.5	16.8	+24.4%
Groceries	41.5	41.8	+0.7%
Restaurants	38.2	42.4	+11.0%
Purchasing Power	55.9	51.1	-8.6%

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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