Is Saint Petersburg more expensive than Tomsk?

Saint Petersburg is 19.3% more expensive than Tomsk overall. Rent is 75.2% higher, groceries 7.9% more expensive, and restaurants 29.1% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Tomsk or Saint Petersburg?

Tomsk has a purchasing power index of 72.0 while Saint Petersburg has 71.9 (NYC = 100). Tomsk offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Tomsk vs 🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg

2026

Saint Petersburg is 19.3% more expensive

Category	🇷🇺 Tomsk	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	Difference
Cost of Living	35.2	42.0	+19.3%
Rent	10.1	17.7	+75.2%
Groceries	37.9	40.9	+7.9%
Restaurants	29.6	38.2	+29.1%
Purchasing Power	72.0	71.9	-0.1%

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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