Is Saint Petersburg more expensive than Novosibirsk?

Saint Petersburg is 13.8% more expensive than Novosibirsk overall. Rent is 60.0% higher, groceries 3.9% more expensive, and restaurants 14.0% more expensive.

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

Novosibirsk has a purchasing power index of 64.5 while Saint Petersburg has 79.0 (NYC = 100). Saint Petersburg offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Novosibirsk vs 🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg

2026

Saint Petersburg is 13.8% more expensive

Category	🇷🇺 Novosibirsk	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	Difference
Cost of Living	35.6	40.5	+13.8%
Rent	11.5	18.4	+60.0%
Groceries	36.2	37.6	+3.9%
Restaurants	32.9	37.5	+14.0%
Purchasing Power	64.5	79.0	+22.5%

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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