Is Tomsk more expensive than Novosibirsk?

Tomsk is 5.6% cheaper than Novosibirsk overall. Rent is 17.9% lower, groceries 3.8% cheaper, and restaurants 16.4% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Novosibirsk or Tomsk?

Novosibirsk has a purchasing power index of 61.6 while Tomsk has 72.0 (NYC = 100). Tomsk offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Novosibirsk vs 🇷🇺 Tomsk

2026

Tomsk is 5.6% cheaper

Category	🇷🇺 Novosibirsk	🇷🇺 Tomsk	Difference
Cost of Living	37.3	35.2	-5.6%
Rent	12.3	10.1	-17.9%
Groceries	39.4	37.9	-3.8%
Restaurants	35.4	29.6	-16.4%
Purchasing Power	61.6	72.0	+16.9%

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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