Is Rio de Janeiro more expensive than Campinas?

Rio de Janeiro is 17.9% more expensive than Campinas overall. Rent is 49.5% higher, groceries 0.8% more expensive, and restaurants 3.0% more expensive.

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

Campinas has a purchasing power index of 44.2 while Rio de Janeiro has 43.5 (NYC = 100). Campinas offers better purchasing power.

Campinas vs Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro is 17.9% more expensive, rent 50% higher (2026)

Category	🇧🇷 Campinas	🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro	Difference
Cost of Living	20.7	24.4	+17.9%
Rent	10.5	15.7	+49.5%
Groceries	36.0	36.3	+0.8%
Restaurants	37.2	38.3	+3.0%
Purchasing Power	44.2	43.5	-1.6%

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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