Is Warsaw more expensive than Szczecin?

Warsaw is 52.7% more expensive than Szczecin overall. Rent is 90.2% higher, groceries 15.7% more expensive, and restaurants 33.6% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Szczecin or Warsaw?

Szczecin has a purchasing power index of 106.4 while Warsaw has 98.2 (NYC = 100). Szczecin offers better purchasing power.

Szczecin vs Warsaw: Warsaw is 52.7% more expensive, rent 90% higher (2026)

Category	🇵🇱 Szczecin	🇵🇱 Warsaw	Difference
Cost of Living	28.3	43.2	+52.7%
Rent	14.3	27.2	+90.2%
Groceries	38.3	44.3	+15.7%
Restaurants	42.6	56.9	+33.6%
Purchasing Power	106.4	98.2	-7.7%

Data from March – 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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