Is Suzhou more expensive than Colombo?

Suzhou is 0.6% more expensive than Colombo overall. Rent is 11.6% lower, groceries 20.6% cheaper, and restaurants 8.3% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Colombo or Suzhou?

Colombo has a purchasing power index of 19.1 while Suzhou has 110.4 (NYC = 100). Suzhou offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇱🇰 Colombo vs 🇨🇳 Suzhou

2026

Suzhou is 0.6% more expensive

Category	🇱🇰 Colombo	🇨🇳 Suzhou	Difference
Cost of Living	34.9	35.1	+0.6%
Rent	12.1	10.7	-11.6%
Groceries	50.1	39.8	-20.6%
Restaurants	25.3	27.4	+8.3%
Purchasing Power	19.1	110.4	+478.0%

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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