Is Belo Horizonte more expensive than Curitiba?

Belo Horizonte is 2.8% cheaper than Curitiba overall. Rent is 9.5% higher, groceries 3.1% cheaper, and restaurants 11.5% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Curitiba or Belo Horizonte?

Curitiba has a purchasing power index of 54.9 while Belo Horizonte has 50.3 (NYC = 100). Curitiba offers better purchasing power.

Curitiba vs Belo Horizonte: Belo Horizonte is 2.8% cheaper, rent 10% higher (2026)

Category	🇧🇷 Curitiba	🇧🇷 Belo Horizonte	Difference
Cost of Living	21.5	20.9	-2.8%
Rent	9.5	10.4	+9.5%
Groceries	32.7	31.7	-3.1%
Restaurants	37.3	33.0	-11.5%
Purchasing Power	54.9	50.3	-8.4%

Data from October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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