Is Saint Petersburg more expensive than Novosibirsk?

Saint Petersburg is 9.7% more expensive than Novosibirsk overall. Rent is 43.0% higher, groceries 3.6% more expensive, and restaurants 2.6% cheaper.

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

Novosibirsk has a purchasing power index of 55.9 while Saint Petersburg has 67.0 (NYC = 100). Saint Petersburg offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Novosibirsk vs 🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg

2026

Saint Petersburg is 9.7% more expensive

Category	🇷🇺 Novosibirsk	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	Difference
Cost of Living	40.1	44.0	+9.7%
Rent	13.5	19.3	+43.0%
Groceries	41.5	43.0	+3.6%
Restaurants	38.2	37.2	-2.6%
Purchasing Power	55.9	67.0	+19.9%

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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