Is Kaunas more expensive than Addis Ababa?

Kaunas is 48.3% more expensive than Addis Ababa overall. Rent is 35.3% lower, groceries 20.2% more expensive, and restaurants 121.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Addis Ababa or Kaunas?

Addis Ababa has a purchasing power index of 12.4 while Kaunas has 101.8 (NYC = 100). Kaunas offers better purchasing power.

Addis Ababa vs Kaunas: Kaunas is 48.3% more expensive, rent 35% lower (2026)

Category	🇪🇹 Addis Ababa	🇱🇹 Kaunas	Difference
Cost of Living	20.7	30.7	+48.3%
Rent	19.0	12.3	-35.3%
Groceries	41.0	49.3	+20.2%
Restaurants	26.5	58.7	+121.5%
Purchasing Power	12.4	101.8	+721.0%

Data from March – October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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