Is Santos more expensive than Campinas?

Santos is 23.7% more expensive than Campinas overall. Rent is 11.4% higher, groceries 1.4% more expensive, and restaurants 11.3% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Campinas or Santos?

Campinas has a purchasing power index of 44.2 while Santos has 42.9 (NYC = 100). Campinas offers better purchasing power.

Campinas vs Santos: Santos is 23.7% more expensive, rent 11% higher (2026)

Category	🇧🇷 Campinas	🇧🇷 Santos	Difference
Cost of Living	20.7	25.6	+23.7%
Rent	10.5	11.7	+11.4%
Groceries	36.0	36.5	+1.4%
Restaurants	37.2	33.0	-11.3%
Purchasing Power	44.2	42.9	-2.9%

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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