Is Sao Paulo more expensive than Almaty?

Sao Paulo is 0.5% cheaper than Almaty overall. Rent is 5.8% lower, groceries 3.9% cheaper, and restaurants 10.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Almaty or Sao Paulo?

Almaty has a purchasing power index of 52.7 while Sao Paulo has 57.4 (NYC = 100). Sao Paulo offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇰🇿 Almaty vs 🇧🇷 Sao Paulo

2026

Sao Paulo is 0.5% cheaper

Category	🇰🇿 Almaty	🇧🇷 Sao Paulo	Difference
Cost of Living	41.7	41.5	-0.5%
Rent	17.2	16.2	-5.8%
Groceries	43.9	42.2	-3.9%
Restaurants	44.1	39.4	-10.7%
Purchasing Power	52.7	57.4	+8.9%

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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