Is Cuenca more expensive than Guayaquil?

Cuenca is 16.3% cheaper than Guayaquil overall. Rent is 11.7% lower, groceries 0.0% cheaper, and restaurants 23.2% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Guayaquil or Cuenca?

Guayaquil has a purchasing power index of 43.9 while Cuenca has 48.0 (NYC = 100). Cuenca offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇪🇨 Guayaquil vs 🇪🇨 Cuenca

2026

Cuenca is 16.3% cheaper

Category	🇪🇨 Guayaquil	🇪🇨 Cuenca	Difference
Cost of Living	36.8	30.8	-16.3%
Rent	11.1	9.8	-11.7%
Groceries	35.4	35.4	0.0%
Restaurants	35.3	27.1	-23.2%
Purchasing Power	43.9	48.0	+9.3%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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