Is Krasnoyarsk more expensive than Yekaterinburg?

Krasnoyarsk is 13.1% cheaper than Yekaterinburg overall. Rent is 40.4% lower, groceries 6.3% more expensive, and restaurants 11.2% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Yekaterinburg or Krasnoyarsk?

Yekaterinburg has a purchasing power index of 64.7 while Krasnoyarsk has 56.9 (NYC = 100). Yekaterinburg offers better purchasing power.

Yekaterinburg vs Krasnoyarsk: Krasnoyarsk is 13.1% cheaper, rent 40% lower (2026)

Category	🇷🇺 Yekaterinburg	🇷🇺 Krasnoyarsk	Difference
Cost of Living	27.4	23.8	-13.1%
Rent	16.1	9.6	-40.4%
Groceries	37.9	40.3	+6.3%
Restaurants	43.8	38.9	-11.2%
Purchasing Power	64.7	56.9	-12.1%

Data from March – 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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