Is Ploiesti more expensive than Timisoara?

Ploiesti is 1.6% more expensive than Timisoara overall. Rent is 22.7% lower, groceries 6.3% more expensive, and restaurants 1.5% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Timisoara or Ploiesti?

Timisoara has a purchasing power index of 86.9 while Ploiesti has 78.3 (NYC = 100). Timisoara offers better purchasing power.

Timisoara vs Ploiesti: Ploiesti is 1.6% more expensive, rent 23% lower (2026)

Category	🇷🇴 Timisoara	🇷🇴 Ploiesti	Difference
Cost of Living	25.6	26.0	+1.6%
Rent	11.0	8.5	-22.7%
Groceries	37.8	40.2	+6.3%
Restaurants	45.7	45.0	-1.5%
Purchasing Power	86.9	78.3	-9.9%

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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