Is Chengdu more expensive than Dar es Salaam?

Chengdu is 1.8% more expensive than Dar es Salaam overall. Rent is 21.1% lower, groceries 25.5% more expensive, and restaurants 2.3% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Dar es Salaam or Chengdu?

Dar es Salaam has a purchasing power index of 26.2 while Chengdu has 119.6 (NYC = 100). Chengdu offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇹🇿 Dar es Salaam vs 🇨🇳 Chengdu

2026

Chengdu is 1.8% more expensive

Category	🇹🇿 Dar es Salaam	🇨🇳 Chengdu	Difference
Cost of Living	27.5	28.0	+1.8%
Rent	11.4	9.0	-21.1%
Groceries	27.1	34.0	+25.5%
Restaurants	21.6	21.1	-2.3%
Purchasing Power	26.2	119.6	+356.5%

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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