Is Cluj-Napoca more expensive than Ploiesti?

Cluj-Napoca is 16.9% more expensive than Ploiesti overall. Rent is 85.9% higher, groceries 15.4% more expensive, and restaurants 16.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Ploiesti or Cluj-Napoca?

Ploiesti has a purchasing power index of 78.3 while Cluj-Napoca has 78.7 (NYC = 100). Cluj-Napoca offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇴 Ploiesti vs 🇷🇴 Cluj-Napoca

2026

Cluj-Napoca is 16.9% more expensive

Category	🇷🇴 Ploiesti	🇷🇴 Cluj-Napoca	Difference
Cost of Living	40.9	47.8	+16.9%
Rent	8.5	15.8	+85.9%
Groceries	40.2	46.4	+15.4%
Restaurants	45.0	52.5	+16.7%
Purchasing Power	78.3	78.7	+0.5%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.