Is Saint Petersburg more expensive than Perm?

Saint Petersburg is 28.3% more expensive than Perm overall. Rent is 75.5% higher, groceries 19.1% more expensive, and restaurants 17.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Perm or Saint Petersburg?

Perm has a purchasing power index of 73.9 while Saint Petersburg has 67.0 (NYC = 100). Perm offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Perm vs 🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg

2026

Saint Petersburg is 28.3% more expensive

Category	🇷🇺 Perm	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	Difference
Cost of Living	34.3	44.0	+28.3%
Rent	11.0	19.3	+75.5%
Groceries	36.1	43.0	+19.1%
Restaurants	31.6	37.2	+17.7%
Purchasing Power	73.9	67.0	-9.3%

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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