Is Salvador more expensive than Colombo?

Salvador is 1.2% cheaper than Colombo overall. Rent is 13.7% lower, groceries 32.9% cheaper, and restaurants 23.0% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Colombo or Salvador?

Colombo has a purchasing power index of 19.4 while Salvador has 30.9 (NYC = 100). Salvador offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇱🇰 Colombo vs 🇧🇷 Salvador

2026

Salvador is 1.2% cheaper

Category	🇱🇰 Colombo	🇧🇷 Salvador	Difference
Cost of Living	34.3	33.9	-1.2%
Rent	11.7	10.1	-13.7%
Groceries	48.4	32.5	-32.9%
Restaurants	25.6	31.5	+23.0%
Purchasing Power	19.4	30.9	+59.3%

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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