Is Thessaloniki more expensive than Addis Ababa?

Thessaloniki is 0.6% more expensive than Addis Ababa overall. Rent is 24.7% lower, groceries 43.9% more expensive, and restaurants 148.3% more expensive.

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

Addis Ababa has a purchasing power index of 12.4 while Thessaloniki has 61.6 (NYC = 100). Thessaloniki offers better purchasing power.

Addis Ababa vs Thessaloniki: Thessaloniki is 0.6% more expensive, rent 25% lower (2026)

Category	🇪🇹 Addis Ababa	🇬🇷 Thessaloniki	Difference
Cost of Living	31.3	31.5	+0.6%
Rent	19.0	14.3	-24.7%
Groceries	41.0	59.0	+43.9%
Restaurants	26.5	65.8	+148.3%
Purchasing Power	12.4	61.6	+396.8%

Data from 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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