Is Yekaterinburg more expensive than Saint Petersburg?

Yekaterinburg is 8.6% more expensive than Saint Petersburg overall. Rent is 5.3% lower, groceries 2.8% cheaper, and restaurants 4.0% more expensive.

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

Saint Petersburg has a purchasing power index of 72.4 while Yekaterinburg has 64.7 (NYC = 100). Saint Petersburg offers better purchasing power.

Saint Petersburg vs Yekaterinburg: Yekaterinburg is 8.6% more expensive, rent 5% lower (2026)

Category	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	🇷🇺 Yekaterinburg	Difference
Cost of Living	22.1	24.0	+8.6%
Rent	17.0	16.1	-5.3%
Groceries	39.0	37.9	-2.8%
Restaurants	42.1	43.8	+4.0%
Purchasing Power	72.4	64.7	-10.6%

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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