Is Brasilia more expensive than Belo Horizonte?

Brasilia is 3.8% more expensive than Belo Horizonte overall. Rent is 5.8% higher, groceries 10.4% more expensive, and restaurants 14.8% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Belo Horizonte or Brasilia?

Belo Horizonte has a purchasing power index of 50.3 while Brasilia has 65.0 (NYC = 100). Brasilia offers better purchasing power.

Belo Horizonte vs Brasilia: Brasilia is 3.8% more expensive, rent 6% higher (2026)

Category	🇧🇷 Belo Horizonte	🇧🇷 Brasilia	Difference
Cost of Living	20.9	21.7	+3.8%
Rent	10.4	11.0	+5.8%
Groceries	31.7	35.0	+10.4%
Restaurants	33.0	37.9	+14.8%
Purchasing Power	50.3	65.0	+29.2%

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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