Is Nizhny Novgorod more expensive than Perm?

Nizhny Novgorod is 24.3% more expensive than Perm overall. Rent is 17.5% higher, groceries 8.7% more expensive, and restaurants 66.9% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Perm or Nizhny Novgorod?

Perm has a purchasing power index of 73.8 while Nizhny Novgorod has 59.6 (NYC = 100). Perm offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Perm vs 🇷🇺 Nizhny Novgorod

2026

Nizhny Novgorod is 24.3% more expensive

Category	🇷🇺 Perm	🇷🇺 Nizhny Novgorod	Difference
Cost of Living	32.9	40.9	+24.3%
Rent	10.3	12.1	+17.5%
Groceries	35.5	38.6	+8.7%
Restaurants	29.6	49.4	+66.9%
Purchasing Power	73.8	59.6	-19.2%

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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