Is Santos more expensive than Florianopolis?

Santos is 6.2% more expensive than Florianopolis overall. Rent is 25.9% lower, groceries 6.7% more expensive, and restaurants 15.4% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Florianopolis or Santos?

Florianopolis has a purchasing power index of 69.7 while Santos has 42.9 (NYC = 100). Florianopolis offers better purchasing power.

Florianopolis vs Santos: Santos is 6.2% more expensive, rent 26% lower (2026)

Category	🇧🇷 Florianopolis	🇧🇷 Santos	Difference
Cost of Living	24.1	25.6	+6.2%
Rent	15.8	11.7	-25.9%
Groceries	34.2	36.5	+6.7%
Restaurants	39.0	33.0	-15.4%
Purchasing Power	69.7	42.9	-38.5%

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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