Is Saint Petersburg more expensive than Moscow?

Saint Petersburg is 15.3% cheaper than Moscow overall. Rent is 42.2% lower, groceries 8.9% cheaper, and restaurants 20.6% cheaper.

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

Moscow has a purchasing power index of 82.4 while Saint Petersburg has 71.9 (NYC = 100). Moscow offers better purchasing power.

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🇷🇺 Moscow vs 🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg

2026

Saint Petersburg är 15.3% billigare

Kategori	🇷🇺 Moscow	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	49.6	42.0	-15.3%
Hyra	30.6	17.7	-42.2%
Livsmedel	44.9	40.9	-8.9%
Restauranger	48.1	38.2	-20.6%
Köpkraft	82.4	71.9	-12.7%

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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