Is Yekaterinburg more expensive than Novosibirsk?

Yekaterinburg is 18.8% more expensive than Novosibirsk overall. Rent is 36.4% higher, groceries 0.5% cheaper, and restaurants 6.8% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Novosibirsk or Yekaterinburg?

Novosibirsk has a purchasing power index of 68.2 while Yekaterinburg has 64.7 (NYC = 100). Novosibirsk offers better purchasing power.

Novosibirsk vs Yekaterinburg: Yekaterinburg is 18.8% more expensive, rent 36% higher (2026)

Category	🇷🇺 Novosibirsk	🇷🇺 Yekaterinburg	Difference
Cost of Living	20.2	24.0	+18.8%
Rent	11.8	16.1	+36.4%
Groceries	38.1	37.9	-0.5%
Restaurants	41.0	43.8	+6.8%
Purchasing Power	68.2	64.7	-5.1%

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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