Is Cluj-Napoca more expensive than Oradea?

Cluj-Napoca is 33.2% more expensive than Oradea overall. Rent is 89.6% higher, groceries 23.7% more expensive, and restaurants 37.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Oradea or Cluj-Napoca?

Oradea has a purchasing power index of 78.7 while Cluj-Napoca has 78.0 (NYC = 100). Oradea offers better purchasing power.

Oradea vs Cluj-Napoca: Cluj-Napoca is 33.2% more expensive, rent 90% higher (2026)

Category	🇷🇴 Oradea	🇷🇴 Cluj-Napoca	Difference
Cost of Living	22.3	29.7	+33.2%
Rent	7.7	14.6	+89.6%
Groceries	34.6	42.8	+23.7%
Restaurants	39.3	54.1	+37.7%
Purchasing Power	78.7	78.0	-0.9%

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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