Is Saint Petersburg more expensive than Novosibirsk?

Saint Petersburg is 9.4% more expensive than Novosibirsk overall. Rent is 44.1% higher, groceries 2.4% more expensive, and restaurants 2.7% more expensive.

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

Novosibirsk has a purchasing power index of 68.2 while Saint Petersburg has 72.4 (NYC = 100). Saint Petersburg offers better purchasing power.

Novosibirsk vs Saint Petersburg: Saint Petersburg is 9.4% more expensive, rent 44% higher (2026)

Category	🇷🇺 Novosibirsk	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	Difference
Cost of Living	20.2	22.1	+9.4%
Rent	11.8	17.0	+44.1%
Groceries	38.1	39.0	+2.4%
Restaurants	41.0	42.1	+2.7%
Purchasing Power	68.2	72.4	+6.2%

Data from 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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