Is Brno more expensive than Ostrava?

Brno is 7.8% more expensive than Ostrava overall. Rent is 29.9% higher, groceries 1.3% more expensive, and restaurants 1.2% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Ostrava or Brno?

Ostrava has a purchasing power index of 92.0 while Brno has 89.9 (NYC = 100). Ostrava offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇨🇿 Ostrava vs 🇨🇿 Brno

2026

Brno is 7.8% more expensive

Category	🇨🇿 Ostrava	🇨🇿 Brno	Difference
Cost of Living	50.2	54.1	+7.8%
Rent	16.7	21.7	+29.9%
Groceries	52.4	53.1	+1.3%
Restaurants	43.4	42.9	-1.2%
Purchasing Power	92.0	89.9	-2.3%

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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