Is Surabaya more expensive than Dushanbe?

Surabaya is 2.5% cheaper than Dushanbe overall. Rent is 2.8% higher, groceries 2.3% cheaper, and restaurants 29.6% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Dushanbe or Surabaya?

Dushanbe has a purchasing power index of 45.1 while Surabaya has 30.2 (NYC = 100). Dushanbe offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇹🇯 Dushanbe vs 🇮🇩 Surabaya

2026

Surabaya is 2.5% cheaper

Category	🇹🇯 Dushanbe	🇮🇩 Surabaya	Difference
Cost of Living	27.6	26.9	-2.5%
Rent	10.7	11.0	+2.8%
Groceries	35.5	34.7	-2.3%
Restaurants	19.6	13.8	-29.6%
Purchasing Power	45.1	30.2	-33.0%

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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