Is Saint Petersburg more expensive than Sarajevo?

Saint Petersburg is 0.2% cheaper than Sarajevo overall. Rent is 59.5% higher, groceries 4.9% cheaper, and restaurants 1.1% cheaper.

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

Sarajevo has a purchasing power index of 67.0 while Saint Petersburg has 67.0 (NYC = 100). Sarajevo offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇧🇦 Sarajevo vs 🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg

2026

Saint Petersburg is 0.2% cheaper

Category	🇧🇦 Sarajevo	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	Difference
Cost of Living	44.1	44.0	-0.2%
Rent	12.1	19.3	+59.5%
Groceries	45.2	43.0	-4.9%
Restaurants	37.6	37.2	-1.1%
Purchasing Power	67.0	67.0	0.0%

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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