Is Bucharest more expensive than Targu Mures?

Bucharest is 22.7% more expensive than Targu Mures overall. Rent is 57.3% higher, groceries 13.9% more expensive, and restaurants 37.2% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Targu Mures or Bucharest?

Targu Mures has a purchasing power index of 89.6 while Bucharest has 93.9 (NYC = 100). Bucharest offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇴 Targu Mures vs 🇷🇴 Bucharest

2026

Bucharest is 22.7% more expensive

Category	🇷🇴 Targu Mures	🇷🇴 Bucharest	Difference
Cost of Living	37.0	45.4	+22.7%
Rent	8.9	14.0	+57.3%
Groceries	36.7	41.8	+13.9%
Restaurants	37.9	52.0	+37.2%
Purchasing Power	89.6	93.9	+4.8%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.