Is Pretoria more expensive than Johannesburg?

Pretoria is 5.1% cheaper than Johannesburg overall. Rent is 9.4% lower, groceries 11.1% cheaper, and restaurants 17.1% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Johannesburg or Pretoria?

Johannesburg has a purchasing power index of 112.3 while Pretoria has 96.1 (NYC = 100). Johannesburg offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇿🇦 Johannesburg vs 🇿🇦 Pretoria

2026

Pretoria is 5.1% cheaper

Category	🇿🇦 Johannesburg	🇿🇦 Pretoria	Difference
Cost of Living	45.5	43.2	-5.1%
Rent	13.8	12.5	-9.4%
Groceries	41.3	36.7	-11.1%
Restaurants	40.9	33.9	-17.1%
Purchasing Power	112.3	96.1	-14.4%

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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