Is Ulaanbaatar more expensive than Hangzhou?

Ulaanbaatar is 0.0% cheaper than Hangzhou overall. Rent is 29.3% higher, groceries 1.1% cheaper, and restaurants 13.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Hangzhou or Ulaanbaatar?

Hangzhou has a purchasing power index of 111.5 while Ulaanbaatar has 41.0 (NYC = 100). Hangzhou offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇨🇳 Hangzhou vs 🇲🇳 Ulaanbaatar

2026

Ulaanbaatar is 0.0% cheaper

Category	🇨🇳 Hangzhou	🇲🇳 Ulaanbaatar	Difference
Cost of Living	36.2	36.2	0.0%
Rent	13.3	17.2	+29.3%
Groceries	43.5	43.0	-1.1%
Restaurants	24.1	27.4	+13.7%
Purchasing Power	111.5	41.0	-63.2%

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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