Is Saint Petersburg more expensive than Novosibirsk?

Saint Petersburg is 12.6% more expensive than Novosibirsk overall. Rent is 43.9% higher, groceries 3.8% more expensive, and restaurants 7.9% more expensive.

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

Novosibirsk has a purchasing power index of 61.6 while Saint Petersburg has 71.9 (NYC = 100). Saint Petersburg offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Novosibirsk vs 🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg

2026

Saint Petersburg is 12.6% more expensive

Category	🇷🇺 Novosibirsk	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	Difference
Cost of Living	37.3	42.0	+12.6%
Rent	12.3	17.7	+43.9%
Groceries	39.4	40.9	+3.8%
Restaurants	35.4	38.2	+7.9%
Purchasing Power	61.6	71.9	+16.7%

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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