Is Kaliningrad more expensive than Tomsk?

Kaliningrad is 24.2% more expensive than Tomsk overall. Rent is 9.8% higher, groceries 25.1% more expensive, and restaurants 15.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Tomsk or Kaliningrad?

Tomsk has a purchasing power index of 69.6 while Kaliningrad has 51.9 (NYC = 100). Tomsk offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Tomsk vs 🇷🇺 Kaliningrad

2026

Kaliningrad is 24.2% more expensive

Category	🇷🇺 Tomsk	🇷🇺 Kaliningrad	Difference
Cost of Living	37.2	46.2	+24.2%
Rent	11.2	12.3	+9.8%
Groceries	39.0	48.8	+25.1%
Restaurants	32.4	37.5	+15.7%
Purchasing Power	69.6	51.9	-25.4%

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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