Is Rostov-on-Don more expensive than Dar es Salaam?

Rostov-on-Don is 0.5% more expensive than Dar es Salaam overall. Rent is 4.3% lower, groceries 35.9% more expensive, and restaurants 77.9% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Dar es Salaam or Rostov-on-Don?

Dar es Salaam has a purchasing power index of 27.3 while Rostov-on-Don has 66.6 (NYC = 100). Rostov-on-Don offers better purchasing power.

Dar es Salaam vs Rostov-on-Don: Rostov-on-Don is 0.5% more expensive, rent 4% lower (2026)

Category	🇹🇿 Dar es Salaam	🇷🇺 Rostov-on-Don	Difference
Cost of Living	19.5	19.6	+0.5%
Rent	11.6	11.1	-4.3%
Groceries	26.2	35.6	+35.9%
Restaurants	19.9	35.4	+77.9%
Purchasing Power	27.3	66.6	+144.0%

Data from March – 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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