Is Pretoria more expensive than Durban?

Pretoria is 19.1% more expensive than Durban overall. Rent is 14.2% higher, groceries 5.8% more expensive, and restaurants 8.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Durban or Pretoria?

Durban has a purchasing power index of 104.4 while Pretoria has 100.2 (NYC = 100). Durban offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇿🇦 Durban vs 🇿🇦 Pretoria

2026

Pretoria is 19.1% more expensive

Category	🇿🇦 Durban	🇿🇦 Pretoria	Difference
Cost of Living	34.0	40.5	+19.1%
Rent	10.6	12.1	+14.2%
Groceries	31.2	33.0	+5.8%
Restaurants	29.5	32.0	+8.5%
Purchasing Power	104.4	100.2	-4.0%

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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