Is Pretoria more expensive than Johannesburg?

Pretoria is 1.5% more expensive than Johannesburg overall. Rent is 7.6% lower, groceries 5.4% cheaper, and restaurants 13.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Johannesburg or Pretoria?

Johannesburg has a purchasing power index of 112.4 while Pretoria has 100.2 (NYC = 100). Johannesburg offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇿🇦 Johannesburg vs 🇿🇦 Pretoria

2026

Pretoria is 1.5% more expensive

Category	🇿🇦 Johannesburg	🇿🇦 Pretoria	Difference
Cost of Living	39.9	40.5	+1.5%
Rent	13.1	12.1	-7.6%
Groceries	34.9	33.0	-5.4%
Restaurants	37.1	32.0	-13.7%
Purchasing Power	112.4	100.2	-10.9%

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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