Is Krasnoyarsk more expensive than Saint Petersburg?

Krasnoyarsk is 10.4% more expensive than Saint Petersburg overall. Rent is 43.5% lower, groceries 3.3% more expensive, and restaurants 7.6% cheaper.

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

Saint Petersburg has a purchasing power index of 72.4 while Krasnoyarsk has 56.9 (NYC = 100). Saint Petersburg offers better purchasing power.

Saint Petersburg vs Krasnoyarsk: Krasnoyarsk is 10.4% more expensive, rent 44% lower (2026)

Category	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	🇷🇺 Krasnoyarsk	Difference
Cost of Living	22.1	24.4	+10.4%
Rent	17.0	9.6	-43.5%
Groceries	39.0	40.3	+3.3%
Restaurants	42.1	38.9	-7.6%
Purchasing Power	72.4	56.9	-21.4%

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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