Is Cagliari more expensive than Columbia?

Cagliari is 0.2% more expensive than Columbia overall. Rent is 29.4% lower, groceries 5.1% cheaper, and restaurants 10.4% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Columbia or Cagliari?

Columbia has a purchasing power index of 138.0 while Cagliari has 84.0 (NYC = 100). Columbia offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇺🇸 Columbia vs 🇮🇹 Cagliari

2026

Cagliari is 0.2% more expensive

Category	🇺🇸 Columbia	🇮🇹 Cagliari	Difference
Cost of Living	62.5	62.6	+0.2%
Rent	27.2	19.2	-29.4%
Groceries	69.1	65.6	-5.1%
Restaurants	64.3	71.0	+10.4%
Purchasing Power	138.0	84.0	-39.1%

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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