Is Brno more expensive than Ostrava?

Brno is 8.5% more expensive than Ostrava overall. Rent is 31.5% higher, groceries 3.7% more expensive, and restaurants 1.1% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Ostrava or Brno?

Ostrava has a purchasing power index of 98.3 while Brno has 94.6 (NYC = 100). Ostrava offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇨🇿 Ostrava vs 🇨🇿 Brno

2026

Brno is 8.5% more expensive

Category	🇨🇿 Ostrava	🇨🇿 Brno	Difference
Cost of Living	50.8	55.1	+8.5%
Rent	16.8	22.1	+31.5%
Groceries	53.9	55.9	+3.7%
Restaurants	44.1	43.6	-1.1%
Purchasing Power	98.3	94.6	-3.8%

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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