Is Addis Ababa more expensive than Gaborone?

Addis Ababa is 0.5% more expensive than Gaborone overall. Rent is 179.4% higher, groceries 33.6% more expensive, and restaurants 21.6% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Gaborone or Addis Ababa?

Gaborone has a purchasing power index of 42.9 while Addis Ababa has 12.4 (NYC = 100). Gaborone offers better purchasing power.

Gaborone vs Addis Ababa: Addis Ababa is 0.5% more expensive, rent 179% higher (2026)

Category	🇧🇼 Gaborone	🇪🇹 Addis Ababa	Difference
Cost of Living	20.6	20.7	+0.5%
Rent	6.8	19.0	+179.4%
Groceries	30.7	41.0	+33.6%
Restaurants	33.8	26.5	-21.6%
Purchasing Power	42.9	12.4	-71.1%

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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