Is Cluj-Napoca more expensive than Timisoara?

Cluj-Napoca is 14.6% more expensive than Timisoara overall. Rent is 38.6% higher, groceries 12.6% more expensive, and restaurants 19.3% more expensive.

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

Timisoara has a purchasing power index of 85.7 while Cluj-Napoca has 78.7 (NYC = 100). Timisoara offers better purchasing power.

Timisoara vs Cluj-Napoca: Cluj-Napoca is 14.6% more expensive, rent 39% higher (2026)

Categorie	🇷🇴 Timisoara	🇷🇴 Cluj-Napoca	Diferență
Costul vieții	41.7	47.8	+14.6%
Chirie	11.4	15.8	+38.6%
Alimente	41.2	46.4	+12.6%
Restaurante	44.0	52.5	+19.3%
Putere de cumpărare	85.7	78.7	-8.2%

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