Is Cuenca more expensive than Davao?

Cuenca is 0.7% more expensive than Davao overall. Rent is 46.3% higher, groceries 0.3% more expensive, and restaurants 10.6% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Davao or Cuenca?

Davao has a purchasing power index of 20.7 while Cuenca has 48.0 (NYC = 100). Cuenca offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇵🇭 Davao vs 🇪🇨 Cuenca

2026

Cuenca is 0.7% more expensive

Category	🇵🇭 Davao	🇪🇨 Cuenca	Difference
Cost of Living	30.6	30.8	+0.7%
Rent	6.7	9.8	+46.3%
Groceries	35.3	35.4	+0.3%
Restaurants	24.5	27.1	+10.6%
Purchasing Power	20.7	48.0	+131.9%

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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