Is Kaliningrad more expensive than Tomsk?

Kaliningrad is 20.5% more expensive than Tomsk overall. Rent is 12.9% higher, groceries 19.5% more expensive, and restaurants 17.6% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Tomsk or Kaliningrad?

Tomsk has a purchasing power index of 72.0 while Kaliningrad has 53.6 (NYC = 100). Tomsk offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Tomsk vs 🇷🇺 Kaliningrad

2026

Kaliningrad is 20.5% more expensive

Category	🇷🇺 Tomsk	🇷🇺 Kaliningrad	Difference
Cost of Living	35.2	42.4	+20.5%
Rent	10.1	11.4	+12.9%
Groceries	37.9	45.3	+19.5%
Restaurants	29.6	34.8	+17.6%
Purchasing Power	72.0	53.6	-25.6%

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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