Is Cluj-Napoca more expensive than Targu Mures?

Cluj-Napoca is 28.5% more expensive than Targu Mures overall. Rent is 75.6% higher, groceries 20.8% more expensive, and restaurants 41.1% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Targu Mures or Cluj-Napoca?

Targu Mures has a purchasing power index of 85.5 while Cluj-Napoca has 78.7 (NYC = 100). Targu Mures offers better purchasing power.

Comparație a costului vieții · 2026

🇷🇴 Targu Mures vs 🇷🇴 Cluj-Napoca

2026

Cluj-Napoca este 28.5% mai scump

Categorie	🇷🇴 Targu Mures	🇷🇴 Cluj-Napoca	Diferență
Costul vieții	37.2	47.8	+28.5%
Chirie	9.0	15.8	+75.6%
Alimente	38.4	46.4	+20.8%
Restaurante	37.2	52.5	+41.1%
Putere de cumpărare	85.5	78.7	-8.0%

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