Is Iasi more expensive than Saint Petersburg?

Iasi is 0.5% more expensive than Saint Petersburg overall. Rent is 31.1% lower, groceries 3.9% more expensive, and restaurants 10.5% more expensive.

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

Saint Petersburg has a purchasing power index of 71.9 while Iasi has 80.0 (NYC = 100). Iasi offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg vs 🇷🇴 Iasi

2026

Iasi is 0.5% more expensive

Category	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	🇷🇴 Iasi	Difference
Cost of Living	42.0	42.2	+0.5%
Rent	17.7	12.2	-31.1%
Groceries	40.9	42.5	+3.9%
Restaurants	38.2	42.2	+10.5%
Purchasing Power	71.9	80.0	+11.3%

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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