Is Cluj-Napoca more expensive than Timisoara?

Cluj-Napoca is 12.5% more expensive than Timisoara overall. Rent is 49.5% higher, groceries 10.6% more expensive, and restaurants 16.8% more expensive.

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

Timisoara has a purchasing power index of 95.6 while Cluj-Napoca has 85.0 (NYC = 100). Timisoara offers better purchasing power.

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

Categorie	🇷🇴 Timisoara	🇷🇴 Cluj-Napoca	Diferență
Costul vieții	40.8	45.9	+12.5%
Chirie	10.7	16.0	+49.5%
Alimente	38.6	42.7	+10.6%
Restaurante	45.8	53.5	+16.8%
Putere de cumpărare	95.6	85.0	-11.1%

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