Is Stavanger more expensive than Austin?

Stavanger is 0.0% cheaper than Austin overall. Rent is 17.6% lower, groceries 30.5% more expensive, and restaurants 22.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Austin or Stavanger?

Austin has a purchasing power index of 167.7 while Stavanger has 145.9 (NYC = 100). Austin offers better purchasing power.

Austin vs Stavanger: Stavanger is 0.0% cheaper, rent 18% lower (2026)

Category	🇺🇸 Austin	🇳🇴 Stavanger	Difference
Cost of Living	56.4	56.4	0.0%
Rent	43.1	35.5	-17.6%
Groceries	72.1	94.1	+30.5%
Restaurants	82.0	100.6	+22.7%
Purchasing Power	167.7	145.9	-13.0%

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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