Is Colombo more expensive than Perm?

Colombo is 0.0% cheaper than Perm overall. Rent is 6.4% higher, groceries 34.1% more expensive, and restaurants 19.0% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Perm or Colombo?

Perm has a purchasing power index of 73.9 while Colombo has 19.4 (NYC = 100). Perm offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Perm vs 🇱🇰 Colombo

2026

Colombo is 0.0% cheaper

Category	🇷🇺 Perm	🇱🇰 Colombo	Difference
Cost of Living	34.3	34.3	0.0%
Rent	11.0	11.7	+6.4%
Groceries	36.1	48.4	+34.1%
Restaurants	31.6	25.6	-19.0%
Purchasing Power	73.9	19.4	-73.7%

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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