Is Novosibirsk more expensive than Yekaterinburg?

Novosibirsk is 20.8% cheaper than Yekaterinburg overall. Rent is 26.7% lower, groceries 0.5% more expensive, and restaurants 6.4% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Yekaterinburg or Novosibirsk?

Yekaterinburg has a purchasing power index of 64.7 while Novosibirsk has 68.2 (NYC = 100). Novosibirsk offers better purchasing power.

Yekaterinburg vs Novosibirsk: Novosibirsk is 20.8% cheaper, rent 27% lower (2026)

Category	🇷🇺 Yekaterinburg	🇷🇺 Novosibirsk	Difference
Cost of Living	27.4	21.7	-20.8%
Rent	16.1	11.8	-26.7%
Groceries	37.9	38.1	+0.5%
Restaurants	43.8	41.0	-6.4%
Purchasing Power	64.7	68.2	+5.4%

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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