Is Santos more expensive than Curitiba?

Santos is 19.1% more expensive than Curitiba overall. Rent is 23.2% higher, groceries 11.6% more expensive, and restaurants 11.5% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Curitiba or Santos?

Curitiba has a purchasing power index of 54.9 while Santos has 42.9 (NYC = 100). Curitiba offers better purchasing power.

Curitiba vs Santos: Santos is 19.1% more expensive, rent 23% higher (2026)

Category	🇧🇷 Curitiba	🇧🇷 Santos	Difference
Cost of Living	21.5	25.6	+19.1%
Rent	9.5	11.7	+23.2%
Groceries	32.7	36.5	+11.6%
Restaurants	37.3	33.0	-11.5%
Purchasing Power	54.9	42.9	-21.9%

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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