Is Saint Petersburg more expensive than Tomsk?

Saint Petersburg is 16.4% more expensive than Tomsk overall. Rent is 87.8% higher, groceries 5.0% more expensive, and restaurants 38.4% more expensive.

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

Tomsk has a purchasing power index of 63.6 while Saint Petersburg has 79.0 (NYC = 100). Saint Petersburg offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Tomsk vs 🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg

2026

Saint Petersburg is 16.4% more expensive

Category	🇷🇺 Tomsk	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	Difference
Cost of Living	34.8	40.5	+16.4%
Rent	9.8	18.4	+87.8%
Groceries	35.8	37.6	+5.0%
Restaurants	27.1	37.5	+38.4%
Purchasing Power	63.6	79.0	+24.2%

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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