Is Kaohsiung more expensive than Amman?

Kaohsiung is 0.2% cheaper than Amman overall. Rent is 25.3% higher, groceries 55.5% more expensive, and restaurants 46.4% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Amman or Kaohsiung?

Amman has a purchasing power index of 45.8 while Kaohsiung has 93.3 (NYC = 100). Kaohsiung offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇯🇴 Amman vs 🇹🇼 Kaohsiung

2026

Kaohsiung is 0.2% cheaper

Category	🇯🇴 Amman	🇹🇼 Kaohsiung	Difference
Cost of Living	46.2	46.1	-0.2%
Rent	8.7	10.9	+25.3%
Groceries	42.7	66.4	+55.5%
Restaurants	49.6	26.6	-46.4%
Purchasing Power	45.8	93.3	+103.7%

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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