Is Rio de Janeiro more expensive than Batumi?

Rio de Janeiro is 0.8% more expensive than Batumi overall. Rent is 34.2% higher, groceries 1.1% more expensive, and restaurants 10.1% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Batumi or Rio de Janeiro?

Batumi has a purchasing power index of 45.5 while Rio de Janeiro has 43.5 (NYC = 100). Batumi offers better purchasing power.

Batumi vs Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro is 0.8% more expensive, rent 34% higher (2026)

Category	🇬🇪 Batumi	🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro	Difference
Cost of Living	25.4	25.6	+0.8%
Rent	11.7	15.7	+34.2%
Groceries	35.9	36.3	+1.1%
Restaurants	42.6	38.3	-10.1%
Purchasing Power	45.5	43.5	-4.4%

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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