Is Karlsruhe more expensive than Freiburg im Breisgau?

Karlsruhe is 5.6% more expensive than Freiburg im Breisgau overall. Rent is 13.8% lower, groceries 0.0% cheaper, and restaurants 1.0% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Freiburg im Breisgau or Karlsruhe?

Freiburg im Breisgau has a purchasing power index of 124.0 while Karlsruhe has 123.9 (NYC = 100). Freiburg im Breisgau offers better purchasing power.

Porównanie kosztów utrzymania · 2026

🇩🇪 Freiburg im Breisgau vs 🇩🇪 Karlsruhe

2026

Karlsruhe jest 5.6% droższe

Kategoria	🇩🇪 Freiburg im Breisgau	🇩🇪 Karlsruhe	Różnica
Koszty utrzymania	71.5	75.5	+5.6%
Czynsz	28.3	24.4	-13.8%
Artykuły spożywcze	72.5	72.5	0.0%
Restauracje	68.2	68.9	+1.0%
Siła nabywcza	124.0	123.9	-0.1%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.