Is Cuenca more expensive than Guayaquil?

Cuenca is 15.8% cheaper than Guayaquil overall. Rent is 11.3% lower, groceries 1.7% cheaper, and restaurants 20.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Guayaquil or Cuenca?

Guayaquil has a purchasing power index of 47.0 while Cuenca has 52.2 (NYC = 100). Cuenca offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇪🇨 Guayaquil vs 🇪🇨 Cuenca

2026

Cuenca is 15.8% cheaper

Category	🇪🇨 Guayaquil	🇪🇨 Cuenca	Difference
Cost of Living	36.1	30.4	-15.8%
Rent	10.6	9.4	-11.3%
Groceries	34.6	34.0	-1.7%
Restaurants	34.3	27.2	-20.7%
Purchasing Power	47.0	52.2	+11.1%

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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