Is Sarajevo more expensive than Cape Town?

Sarajevo is 0.0% cheaper than Cape Town overall. Rent is 49.8% lower, groceries 8.5% more expensive, and restaurants 7.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Cape Town or Sarajevo?

Cape Town has a purchasing power index of 96.2 while Sarajevo has 72.2 (NYC = 100). Cape Town offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇿🇦 Cape Town vs 🇧🇦 Sarajevo

2026

Sarajevo is 0.0% cheaper

Category	🇿🇦 Cape Town	🇧🇦 Sarajevo	Difference
Cost of Living	43.6	43.6	0.0%
Rent	23.7	11.9	-49.8%
Groceries	41.1	44.6	+8.5%
Restaurants	41.3	38.1	-7.7%
Purchasing Power	96.2	72.2	-24.9%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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