Is Cluj-Napoca more expensive than Targu Mures?

Cluj-Napoca is 29.0% more expensive than Targu Mures overall. Rent is 83.3% higher, groceries 21.1% more expensive, and restaurants 44.2% more expensive.

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

Targu Mures has a purchasing power index of 81.6 while Cluj-Napoca has 75.1 (NYC = 100). Targu Mures offers better purchasing power.

Targu Mures vs Cluj-Napoca: Cost of Living Comparison (2026)

Categorie	🇷🇴 Targu Mures	🇷🇴 Cluj-Napoca	Diferență
Costul vieții	36.9	47.6	+29.0%
Chirie	9.0	16.5	+83.3%
Alimente	37.5	45.4	+21.1%
Restaurante	36.9	53.2	+44.2%
Putere de cumpărare	81.6	75.1	-8.0%

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