Is Pretoria more expensive than Johannesburg?

Pretoria is 4.2% cheaper than Johannesburg overall. Rent is 10.7% lower, groceries 7.3% cheaper, and restaurants 18.5% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Johannesburg or Pretoria?

Johannesburg has a purchasing power index of 104.9 while Pretoria has 95.4 (NYC = 100). Johannesburg offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇿🇦 Johannesburg vs 🇿🇦 Pretoria

2026

Pretoria is 4.2% cheaper

Category	🇿🇦 Johannesburg	🇿🇦 Pretoria	Difference
Cost of Living	45.1	43.2	-4.2%
Rent	14.0	12.5	-10.7%
Groceries	39.7	36.8	-7.3%
Restaurants	41.0	33.4	-18.5%
Purchasing Power	104.9	95.4	-9.1%

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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