Is Ras al-Khaimah more expensive than Funchal?

Ras al-Khaimah is 8.5% cheaper than Funchal overall. Rent is 40.7% lower, groceries 7.8% more expensive, and restaurants 3.1% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Funchal or Ras al-Khaimah?

Funchal has a purchasing power index of 66.5 while Ras al-Khaimah has 80.4 (NYC = 100). Ras al-Khaimah offers better purchasing power.

Funchal vs Ras al-Khaimah: Ras al-Khaimah is 8.5% cheaper, rent 41% lower (2026)

Category	🇵🇹 Funchal	🇦🇪 Ras al-Khaimah	Difference
Cost of Living	38.8	35.5	-8.5%
Rent	33.4	19.8	-40.7%
Groceries	44.9	48.4	+7.8%
Restaurants	57.3	55.5	-3.1%
Purchasing Power	66.5	80.4	+20.9%

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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