Is Moscow more expensive than Perm?

Moscow is 50.8% more expensive than Perm overall. Rent is 197.1% higher, groceries 26.5% more expensive, and restaurants 62.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Perm or Moscow?

Perm has a purchasing power index of 73.8 while Moscow has 82.4 (NYC = 100). Moscow offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Perm vs 🇷🇺 Moscow

2026

Moscow is 50.8% more expensive

Category	🇷🇺 Perm	🇷🇺 Moscow	Difference
Cost of Living	32.9	49.6	+50.8%
Rent	10.3	30.6	+197.1%
Groceries	35.5	44.9	+26.5%
Restaurants	29.6	48.1	+62.5%
Purchasing Power	73.8	82.4	+11.7%

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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