Is Cape Town more expensive than Addis Ababa?

Cape Town is 0.0% cheaper than Addis Ababa overall. Rent is 5.6% higher, groceries 12.7% cheaper, and restaurants 60.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Addis Ababa or Cape Town?

Addis Ababa has a purchasing power index of 13.0 while Cape Town has 102.8 (NYC = 100). Cape Town offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇪🇹 Addis Ababa vs 🇿🇦 Cape Town

2026

Cape Town is 0.0% cheaper

Category	🇪🇹 Addis Ababa	🇿🇦 Cape Town	Difference
Cost of Living	40.0	40.0	0.0%
Rent	19.5	20.6	+5.6%
Groceries	41.0	35.8	-12.7%
Restaurants	24.4	39.2	+60.7%
Purchasing Power	13.0	102.8	+690.8%

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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