Is Prague more expensive than Ostrava?

Prague is 16.1% more expensive than Ostrava overall. Rent is 77.2% higher, groceries 2.7% more expensive, and restaurants 10.4% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Ostrava or Prague?

Ostrava has a purchasing power index of 92.0 while Prague has 95.6 (NYC = 100). Prague offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇨🇿 Ostrava vs 🇨🇿 Prague

2026

Prague is 16.1% more expensive

Category	🇨🇿 Ostrava	🇨🇿 Prague	Difference
Cost of Living	50.2	58.3	+16.1%
Rent	16.7	29.6	+77.2%
Groceries	52.4	53.8	+2.7%
Restaurants	43.4	47.9	+10.4%
Purchasing Power	92.0	95.6	+3.9%

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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