Is Uppsala more expensive than Raleigh?

Uppsala is 0.1% more expensive than Raleigh overall. Rent is 42.5% lower, groceries 6.1% cheaper, and restaurants 3.2% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Raleigh or Uppsala?

Raleigh has a purchasing power index of 147.0 while Uppsala has 122.4 (NYC = 100). Raleigh offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇺🇸 Raleigh vs 🇸🇪 Uppsala

2026

Uppsala is 0.1% more expensive

Category	🇺🇸 Raleigh	🇸🇪 Uppsala	Difference
Cost of Living	68.0	68.1	+0.1%
Rent	38.6	22.2	-42.5%
Groceries	79.2	74.4	-6.1%
Restaurants	72.0	69.7	-3.2%
Purchasing Power	147.0	122.4	-16.7%

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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