Is Almaty more expensive than Harare?

Almaty is 1.3% more expensive than Harare overall. Rent is 44.8% higher, groceries 8.0% more expensive, and restaurants 5.0% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Harare or Almaty?

Harare has a purchasing power index of 28.4 while Almaty has 51.1 (NYC = 100). Almaty offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇿🇼 Harare vs 🇰🇿 Almaty

2026

Almaty is 1.3% more expensive

Category	🇿🇼 Harare	🇰🇿 Almaty	Difference
Cost of Living	39.7	40.2	+1.3%
Rent	11.6	16.8	+44.8%
Groceries	38.7	41.8	+8.0%
Restaurants	40.4	42.4	+5.0%
Purchasing Power	28.4	51.1	+79.9%

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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