Is Tomsk more expensive than Perm?

Tomsk is 7.0% more expensive than Perm overall. Rent is 1.9% lower, groceries 6.8% more expensive, and restaurants 0.0% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Perm or Tomsk?

Perm has a purchasing power index of 73.8 while Tomsk has 72.0 (NYC = 100). Perm offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Perm vs 🇷🇺 Tomsk

2026

Tomsk is 7.0% more expensive

Category	🇷🇺 Perm	🇷🇺 Tomsk	Difference
Cost of Living	32.9	35.2	+7.0%
Rent	10.3	10.1	-1.9%
Groceries	35.5	37.9	+6.8%
Restaurants	29.6	29.6	0.0%
Purchasing Power	73.8	72.0	-2.4%

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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