Is Osaka more expensive than Buenos Aires?

Osaka is 1.5% cheaper than Buenos Aires overall. Rent is 8.1% lower, groceries 10.3% more expensive, and restaurants 52.6% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Buenos Aires or Osaka?

Buenos Aires has a purchasing power index of 49.7 while Osaka has 145.5 (NYC = 100). Osaka offers better purchasing power.

Buenos Aires vs Osaka: Osaka is 1.5% cheaper, rent 8% lower (2026)

Category	🇦🇷 Buenos Aires	🇯🇵 Osaka	Difference
Cost of Living	32.5	32.0	-1.5%
Rent	18.5	17.0	-8.1%
Groceries	47.8	52.7	+10.3%
Restaurants	66.1	31.3	-52.6%
Purchasing Power	49.7	145.5	+192.8%

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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