Is Suzhou more expensive than Novosibirsk?

Suzhou is 0.3% more expensive than Novosibirsk overall. Rent is 12.2% lower, groceries 10.2% more expensive, and restaurants 11.6% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Novosibirsk or Suzhou?

Novosibirsk has a purchasing power index of 64.5 while Suzhou has 110.4 (NYC = 100). Suzhou offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Novosibirsk vs 🇨🇳 Suzhou

2026

Suzhou is 0.3% more expensive

Category	🇷🇺 Novosibirsk	🇨🇳 Suzhou	Difference
Cost of Living	35.6	35.7	+0.3%
Rent	11.5	10.1	-12.2%
Groceries	36.2	39.9	+10.2%
Restaurants	32.9	29.1	-11.6%
Purchasing Power	64.5	110.4	+71.2%

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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