Is Moscow more expensive than Saint Petersburg?

Moscow is 18.1% more expensive than Saint Petersburg overall. Rent is 72.9% higher, groceries 9.8% more expensive, and restaurants 25.9% more expensive.

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

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

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg vs 🇷🇺 Moscow

2026

Moscow är 18.1% dyrare

Kategori	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	🇷🇺 Moscow	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	42.0	49.6	+18.1%
Hyra	17.7	30.6	+72.9%
Livsmedel	40.9	44.9	+9.8%
Restauranger	38.2	48.1	+25.9%
Köpkraft	71.9	82.4	+14.6%

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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