Is St. John's more expensive than Columbia?

St. John's is 0.3% more expensive than Columbia overall. Rent is 22.1% lower, groceries 8.2% more expensive, and restaurants 7.6% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Columbia or St. John's?

Columbia has a purchasing power index of 127.0 while St. John's has 114.6 (NYC = 100). Columbia offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇺🇸 Columbia vs 🇨🇦 St. John's

2026

St. John's is 0.3% more expensive

Category	🇺🇸 Columbia	🇨🇦 St. John's	Difference
Cost of Living	63.7	63.9	+0.3%
Rent	28.0	21.8	-22.1%
Groceries	70.4	76.2	+8.2%
Restaurants	67.1	62.0	-7.6%
Purchasing Power	127.0	114.6	-9.8%

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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