Is Malmo more expensive than Antwerp?

Malmo is 0.0% cheaper than Antwerp overall. Rent is 0.9% higher, groceries 5.4% cheaper, and restaurants 20.2% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Antwerp or Malmo?

Antwerp has a purchasing power index of 123.8 while Malmo has 130.0 (NYC = 100). Malmo offers better purchasing power.

Antwerp vs Malmo: Malmo is 0.0% cheaper, rent 1% higher (2026)

Category	🇧🇪 Antwerp	🇸🇪 Malmo	Difference
Cost of Living	44.9	44.9	0.0%
Rent	22.6	22.8	+0.9%
Groceries	70.0	66.2	-5.4%
Restaurants	89.4	71.3	-20.2%
Purchasing Power	123.8	130.0	+5.0%

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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