Is Suzhou more expensive than Guangzhou?

Suzhou is 2.8% cheaper than Guangzhou overall. Rent is 12.5% lower, groceries 7.6% cheaper, and restaurants 14.3% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Guangzhou or Suzhou?

Guangzhou has a purchasing power index of 96.9 while Suzhou has 112.6 (NYC = 100). Suzhou offers better purchasing power.

Guangzhou vs Suzhou: Suzhou is 2.8% cheaper, rent 13% lower (2026)

Category	🇨🇳 Guangzhou	🇨🇳 Suzhou	Difference
Cost of Living	21.7	21.1	-2.8%
Rent	12.0	10.5	-12.5%
Groceries	41.0	37.9	-7.6%
Restaurants	25.2	28.8	+14.3%
Purchasing Power	96.9	112.6	+16.2%

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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