Is Rio de Janeiro more expensive than Curitiba?

Rio de Janeiro is 13.5% more expensive than Curitiba overall. Rent is 65.3% higher, groceries 11.0% more expensive, and restaurants 2.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Curitiba or Rio de Janeiro?

Curitiba has a purchasing power index of 54.9 while Rio de Janeiro has 43.5 (NYC = 100). Curitiba offers better purchasing power.

Curitiba vs Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro is 13.5% more expensive, rent 65% higher (2026)

Category	🇧🇷 Curitiba	🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro	Difference
Cost of Living	21.5	24.4	+13.5%
Rent	9.5	15.7	+65.3%
Groceries	32.7	36.3	+11.0%
Restaurants	37.3	38.3	+2.7%
Purchasing Power	54.9	43.5	-20.8%

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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