Is Moscow more expensive than Saint Petersburg?

Moscow is 20.9% more expensive than Saint Petersburg overall. Rent is 73.6% higher, groceries 10.5% more expensive, and restaurants 39.8% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Saint Petersburg or Moscow?

Saint Petersburg has a purchasing power index of 67.0 while Moscow has 74.2 (NYC = 100). Moscow offers better purchasing power.

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg vs 🇷🇺 Moscow

2026

Moscow är 20.9% dyrare

Kategori	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	🇷🇺 Moscow	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	44.0	53.2	+20.9%
Hyra	19.3	33.5	+73.6%
Livsmedel	43.0	47.5	+10.5%
Restauranger	37.2	52.0	+39.8%
Köpkraft	67.0	74.2	+10.7%

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

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