Is Rostov-on-Don more expensive than Novosibirsk?

Rostov-on-Don is 9.7% cheaper than Novosibirsk overall. Rent is 5.9% lower, groceries 6.6% cheaper, and restaurants 13.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Novosibirsk or Rostov-on-Don?

Novosibirsk has a purchasing power index of 68.2 while Rostov-on-Don has 66.6 (NYC = 100). Novosibirsk offers better purchasing power.

Novosibirsk vs Rostov-on-Don: Rostov-on-Don is 9.7% cheaper, rent 6% lower (2026)

Category	🇷🇺 Novosibirsk	🇷🇺 Rostov-on-Don	Difference
Cost of Living	21.7	19.6	-9.7%
Rent	11.8	11.1	-5.9%
Groceries	38.1	35.6	-6.6%
Restaurants	41.0	35.4	-13.7%
Purchasing Power	68.2	66.6	-2.3%

Data from March – October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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