Is Bucharest more expensive than Targu Mures?

Bucharest is 24.4% more expensive than Targu Mures overall. Rent is 58.9% higher, groceries 16.0% more expensive, and restaurants 36.9% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Targu Mures or Bucharest?

Targu Mures has a purchasing power index of 81.6 while Bucharest has 84.5 (NYC = 100). Bucharest offers better purchasing power.

Targu Mures vs Bucharest: Cost of Living Comparison (2026)

Categorie	🇷🇴 Targu Mures	🇷🇴 Bucharest	Diferență
Costul vieții	36.9	45.9	+24.4%
Chirie	9.0	14.3	+58.9%
Alimente	37.5	43.5	+16.0%
Restaurante	36.9	50.5	+36.9%
Putere de cumpărare	81.6	84.5	+3.6%

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