Is Plzen more expensive than Ostrava?

Plzen is 6.3% more expensive than Ostrava overall. Rent is 3.6% lower, groceries 9.1% more expensive, and restaurants 1.8% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Ostrava or Plzen?

Ostrava has a purchasing power index of 98.3 while Plzen has 105.3 (NYC = 100). Plzen offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇨🇿 Ostrava vs 🇨🇿 Plzen

2026

Plzen is 6.3% more expensive

Category	🇨🇿 Ostrava	🇨🇿 Plzen	Difference
Cost of Living	50.8	54.0	+6.3%
Rent	16.8	16.2	-3.6%
Groceries	53.9	58.8	+9.1%
Restaurants	44.1	43.3	-1.8%
Purchasing Power	98.3	105.3	+7.1%

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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