Is Gent more expensive than Haifa?

Gent is 0.2% more expensive than Haifa overall. Rent is 18.3% higher, groceries 15.5% cheaper, and restaurants 10.2% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Haifa or Gent?

Haifa has a purchasing power index of 151.5 while Gent has 141.7 (NYC = 100). Haifa offers better purchasing power.

Haifa vs Gent: Gent is 0.2% more expensive, rent 18% higher (2026)

Category	🇮🇱 Haifa	🇧🇪 Gent	Difference
Cost of Living	45.5	45.6	+0.2%
Rent	21.3	25.2	+18.3%
Groceries	80.5	68.0	-15.5%
Restaurants	101.1	90.8	-10.2%
Purchasing Power	151.5	141.7	-6.5%

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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