Is Kaohsiung more expensive than Guadalajara?

Kaohsiung is 3.3% cheaper than Guadalajara overall. Rent is 40.0% lower, groceries 34.0% more expensive, and restaurants 43.2% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Guadalajara or Kaohsiung?

Guadalajara has a purchasing power index of 47.0 while Kaohsiung has 96.2 (NYC = 100). Kaohsiung offers better purchasing power.

Guadalajara vs Kaohsiung: Kaohsiung is 3.3% cheaper, rent 40% lower (2026)

Category	🇲🇽 Guadalajara	🇹🇼 Kaohsiung	Difference
Cost of Living	30.3	29.3	-3.3%
Rent	18.0	10.8	-40.0%
Groceries	47.4	63.5	+34.0%
Restaurants	50.0	28.4	-43.2%
Purchasing Power	47.0	96.2	+104.7%

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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