Is Bordeaux more expensive than Antwerp?

Bordeaux is 0.2% more expensive than Antwerp overall. Rent is 1.3% lower, groceries 2.6% more expensive, and restaurants 14.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Antwerp or Bordeaux?

Antwerp has a purchasing power index of 123.8 while Bordeaux has 120.8 (NYC = 100). Antwerp offers better purchasing power.

Antwerp vs Bordeaux: Bordeaux is 0.2% more expensive, rent 1% lower (2026)

Category	🇧🇪 Antwerp	🇫🇷 Bordeaux	Difference
Cost of Living	44.9	45.0	+0.2%
Rent	22.6	22.3	-1.3%
Groceries	70.0	71.8	+2.6%
Restaurants	89.4	76.3	-14.7%
Purchasing Power	123.8	120.8	-2.4%

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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