Is Santiago more expensive than Addis Ababa?

Santiago is 0.7% cheaper than Addis Ababa overall. Rent is 25.4% lower, groceries 8.7% more expensive, and restaurants 85.8% more expensive.

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

Addis Ababa has a purchasing power index of 11.7 while Santiago has 50.2 (NYC = 100). Santiago offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇪🇹 Addis Ababa vs 🇨🇱 Santiago

2026

Santiago is 0.7% cheaper

Category	🇪🇹 Addis Ababa	🇨🇱 Santiago	Difference
Cost of Living	43.6	43.3	-0.7%
Rent	18.5	13.8	-25.4%
Groceries	42.3	46.0	+8.7%
Restaurants	25.3	47.0	+85.8%
Purchasing Power	11.7	50.2	+329.1%

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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