Is Pretoria more expensive than Durban?

Pretoria is 14.3% more expensive than Durban overall. Rent is 5.0% higher, groceries 0.3% cheaper, and restaurants 4.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Durban or Pretoria?

Durban has a purchasing power index of 88.9 while Pretoria has 95.4 (NYC = 100). Pretoria offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇿🇦 Durban vs 🇿🇦 Pretoria

2026

Pretoria is 14.3% more expensive

Category	🇿🇦 Durban	🇿🇦 Pretoria	Difference
Cost of Living	37.8	43.2	+14.3%
Rent	11.9	12.5	+5.0%
Groceries	36.9	36.8	-0.3%
Restaurants	31.9	33.4	+4.7%
Purchasing Power	88.9	95.4	+7.3%

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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