Is Rio de Janeiro more expensive than Belo Horizonte?

Rio de Janeiro is 18.0% more expensive than Belo Horizonte overall. Rent is 51.0% higher, groceries 14.5% more expensive, and restaurants 16.1% more expensive.

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

Belo Horizonte has a purchasing power index of 50.3 while Rio de Janeiro has 43.5 (NYC = 100). Belo Horizonte offers better purchasing power.

Belo Horizonte vs Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro is 18.0% more expensive, rent 51% higher (2026)

Category	🇧🇷 Belo Horizonte	🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro	Difference
Cost of Living	21.7	25.6	+18.0%
Rent	10.4	15.7	+51.0%
Groceries	31.7	36.3	+14.5%
Restaurants	33.0	38.3	+16.1%
Purchasing Power	50.3	43.5	-13.5%

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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