Is Cluj-Napoca more expensive than Podgorica?

Cluj-Napoca is 1.3% cheaper than Podgorica overall. Rent is 7.6% lower, groceries 5.7% more expensive, and restaurants 18.6% more expensive.

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

Podgorica has a purchasing power index of 76.1 while Cluj-Napoca has 78.0 (NYC = 100). Cluj-Napoca offers better purchasing power.

Podgorica vs Cluj-Napoca: Cluj-Napoca is 1.3% cheaper, rent 8% lower (2026)

Category	🇲🇪 Podgorica	🇷🇴 Cluj-Napoca	Difference
Cost of Living	30.1	29.7	-1.3%
Rent	15.8	14.6	-7.6%
Groceries	40.5	42.8	+5.7%
Restaurants	45.6	54.1	+18.6%
Purchasing Power	76.1	78.0	+2.5%

Data from October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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