Is Plzen more expensive than Ostrava?

Plzen is 4.4% more expensive than Ostrava overall. Rent is 5.4% lower, groceries 5.2% more expensive, and restaurants 2.5% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Ostrava or Plzen?

Ostrava has a purchasing power index of 92.0 while Plzen has 101.3 (NYC = 100). Plzen offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇨🇿 Ostrava vs 🇨🇿 Plzen

2026

Plzen is 4.4% more expensive

Category	🇨🇿 Ostrava	🇨🇿 Plzen	Difference
Cost of Living	50.2	52.4	+4.4%
Rent	16.7	15.8	-5.4%
Groceries	52.4	55.1	+5.2%
Restaurants	43.4	42.3	-2.5%
Purchasing Power	92.0	101.3	+10.1%

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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