Is Moscow more expensive than Saint Petersburg?

Moscow is 21.7% more expensive than Saint Petersburg overall. Rent is 66.8% higher, groceries 12.5% more expensive, and restaurants 30.1% more expensive.

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

Saint Petersburg has a purchasing power index of 79.0 while Moscow has 84.4 (NYC = 100). Moscow offers better purchasing power.

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg vs 🇷🇺 Moscow

2026

Moscow är 21.7% dyrare

Kategori	🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg	🇷🇺 Moscow	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	40.5	49.3	+21.7%
Hyra	18.4	30.7	+66.8%
Livsmedel	37.6	42.3	+12.5%
Restauranger	37.5	48.8	+30.1%
Köpkraft	79.0	84.4	+6.8%

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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