Is Quito more expensive than Dushanbe?

Quito is 0.9% more expensive than Dushanbe overall. Rent is 5.4% lower, groceries 8.7% cheaper, and restaurants 90.1% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Dushanbe or Quito?

Dushanbe has a purchasing power index of 39.9 while Quito has 49.3 (NYC = 100). Quito offers better purchasing power.

Dushanbe vs Quito: Quito is 0.9% more expensive, rent 5% lower (2026)

Category	🇹🇯 Dushanbe	🇪🇨 Quito	Difference
Cost of Living	22.3	22.5	+0.9%
Rent	11.1	10.5	-5.4%
Groceries	38.0	34.7	-8.7%
Restaurants	22.2	42.2	+90.1%
Purchasing Power	39.9	49.3	+23.6%

Data from 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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