Is Salt Lake City more expensive than Edinburgh?

Salt Lake City is 0.2% more expensive than Edinburgh overall. Rent is 4.5% higher, groceries 0.3% more expensive, and restaurants 20.5% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Edinburgh or Salt Lake City?

Edinburgh has a purchasing power index of 123.2 while Salt Lake City has 155.5 (NYC = 100). Salt Lake City offers better purchasing power.

Edinburgh vs Salt Lake City: Salt Lake City is 0.2% more expensive, rent 5% higher (2026)

Category	🇬🇧 Edinburgh	🇺🇸 Salt Lake City	Difference
Cost of Living	55.2	55.3	+0.2%
Rent	35.3	36.9	+4.5%
Groceries	68.7	68.9	+0.3%
Restaurants	87.9	69.9	-20.5%
Purchasing Power	123.2	155.5	+26.2%

Data from March – 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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