Is Krakow more expensive than Wroclaw?

Krakow is 1.4% more expensive than Wroclaw overall. Rent is 5.9% higher, groceries 2.8% more expensive, and restaurants 4.9% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Wroclaw or Krakow?

Wroclaw has a purchasing power index of 98.2 while Krakow has 102.4 (NYC = 100). Krakow offers better purchasing power.

Wroclaw vs Krakow: Krakow is 1.4% more expensive, rent 6% higher (2026)

Category	🇵🇱 Wroclaw	🇵🇱 Krakow	Difference
Cost of Living	36.5	37.0	+1.4%
Rent	18.7	19.8	+5.9%
Groceries	42.6	43.8	+2.8%
Restaurants	51.5	54.0	+4.9%
Purchasing Power	98.2	102.4	+4.3%

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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