Is Tomsk more expensive than Suzhou?

Tomsk is 0.3% more expensive than Suzhou overall. Rent is 5.6% lower, groceries 4.8% cheaper, and restaurants 8.0% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Suzhou or Tomsk?

Suzhou has a purchasing power index of 110.4 while Tomsk has 72.0 (NYC = 100). Suzhou offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇨🇳 Suzhou vs 🇷🇺 Tomsk

2026

Tomsk is 0.3% more expensive

Category	🇨🇳 Suzhou	🇷🇺 Tomsk	Difference
Cost of Living	35.1	35.2	+0.3%
Rent	10.7	10.1	-5.6%
Groceries	39.8	37.9	-4.8%
Restaurants	27.4	29.6	+8.0%
Purchasing Power	110.4	72.0	-34.8%

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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