Is Kaohsiung more expensive than Johannesburg?

Kaohsiung is 0.3% more expensive than Johannesburg overall. Rent is 16.9% lower, groceries 67.1% more expensive, and restaurants 32.1% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Johannesburg or Kaohsiung?

Johannesburg has a purchasing power index of 114.0 while Kaohsiung has 96.2 (NYC = 100). Johannesburg offers better purchasing power.

Johannesburg vs Kaohsiung: Kaohsiung is 0.3% more expensive, rent 17% lower (2026)

Category	🇿🇦 Johannesburg	🇹🇼 Kaohsiung	Difference
Cost of Living	29.2	29.3	+0.3%
Rent	13.0	10.8	-16.9%
Groceries	38.0	63.5	+67.1%
Restaurants	41.8	28.4	-32.1%
Purchasing Power	114.0	96.2	-15.6%

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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